George Bush actually said...

"I declared a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to deal with the threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States."

"Somebody ought to tell my opponent Americans do not retreat; we compete."

"I believe we should compete, not pull back, not retreat."

"The independent counsel statute is unnecessary to ensure that alleged misconduct by high-ranking Executive branch officials is appropriately investigated and prosecuted."