George Bush actually said...

"I am determined to do my part, as I know Lamar is and as I know everyone out there is, to keep this effort out of partisan politics."

"This waiver applies to all authorized public assistance."

"Mr. Chapman will help address the needs of the people in south Florida and marshal private sector resources in the local community."

"By waiving customary State and local cost sharing requirements, I can provide maximum Federal assistance to the people of Florida whose lives have been so severely disrupted by this disaster."