George Bush actually said...

"I just hope that we soon wake up in this world and recognize that holding hostages is a counterproductive way to make a statement of policy or for any other reason."

"Now is the time for all hostages and others held outside of the legal system in the region to be released immediately, unconditionally, and safely for humanitarian reasons."

"We remain hopeful that one or more hostages will be released soon."

"Know that you carry with you the utmost thanks of your client for a job well done."