George Bush actually said...

"I think that would be enormously helpful to get for the Cuban people what most every other country in this hemisphere has and clearly what many in Eastern Europe are enjoying -- democracy and freedom."

"I have every reason to believe that Cuban people would have a right to achieve the freedom that other countries have achieved."

"I take no joy that this prediction has been upheld."

"Republicans are the ones who want to keep this economy strong, and we fought every step of the way against those who want to bring America to a grinding halt."