George Bush actually said...

Their achievements give resonance to the words of Henry Adams, 'A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.'

I commend the Congress for presenting me with a simple, straightforward extension of funding that is not burdened with unrelated provisions.

On behalf of all Americans, Barbara and I thank all of you for the commitment that you've shown to the humanities and to your fellow citizen...

Enlighten the people generally, and tyranny and oppressions of body and mind will vanish like evil spirits at the dawn of the day.