George Bush actually said...

"The temptation will be to load up the bill. That would delay it or derail it. And neither option is acceptable. This is a good agreement that will keep our economy growing and our people working and t..."

"At kitchen tables across our country, there is a concern about our economic future. In the long run, Americans can be confident about our economic growth."

"Some may deny the surge is working. But among the terrorists there is no doubt: al Qaeda is on the run in Iraq, and this enemy will be defeated."

"Know this: America will confront those who threaten our troops. We will stand by our allies, and we will defend our vital interests in the Persian Gulf."