George Bush actually said...

"It makes no sense to tell the enemy when you plan to start withdrawing. All the terrorists would have to do is mark their calendars and gather their strength and begin plotting how to overthrow the go..."

"The need to act is urgent. Without a war funding bill, the military has to take money from some other account, or training program, so the troops in combat have what they need."

"Setting a deadline for withdrawal is setting a date for failure. And that would be irresponsible."

"I have made my position very clear. The Congress chose to ignore it. So, I will veto the bill. That's not to say that I'm not interested in their opinions. I am."