George Bush actually said...

"I announce my intention to nominate Edwin G. Foulke, Jr., to be a member of the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission."

"It represents comprehensive campaign finance reform legislation designed to reduce substantially the power of special economic interests while enhancing the role of individuals and political parties."

"It is also designed to reform a system which has led to a 'permanent Congress.'"

"I'm confident that we do have a strong bipartisan support, and I'm hopeful that we will prevail."