George Bush actually said...

The number one priority: the lives of Americans.

Our argument has been, as has many other countries', with Mr. Noriega, who aborted the democratic will of the people of Panama.

I really think it would be a good thing for peace, and I think it would be a good thing in terms of a historic relationship between our two ...

I am delighted to be with you as we witness the signing of these two historic agreements.