George Bush actually said...

"H.R. 2263 would provide excessive increases in the maximum amount for incentive awards."

"The services provided by this new program would only take effect if the President specifically designated the appropriation for the program as an emergency requirement."

"The cumulative effect of all enacted legislation on the pay-as-you-go requirement will be issued in monthly reports transmitted to Congress."

"I urge all Americans to join in honoring America's military families on that day."