George Bush actually said...

"It is essential, believe me, it is absolutely essential, not just for agriculture but for world trade, that those talks succeed."

"I certainly couldn't find a way to differ with him."

"The American people do not want to go back into isolation, cutting off foreign markets."

"Without trying to predict disaster, I can simply say I think it would be a very bad thing because I think you'd see more protection, more selfishness in the trading system."