George Bush actually said...

"I determine that the further extension of the waiver authority... will substantially promote the objectives of section 402 of the Act."

"I recommend that the Senate consider this treaty as soon as possible, and give its advice and consent to ratification of the treaty."

"Well, the people, the American people agree with me, and that's what matters."

"The treaty is designed to aid the growth of the private sector in the Czech and Slovak Federal Republic by protecting and thereby encouraging U.S. private investment."