George Bush actually said...

"I have firmly concluded that the vital national interests of the United States require that assistance and benefits be provided to Panama."

"The United States would work closely with Brazil toward this goal."

"I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Richard J. Hankinson to be Inspector General of the Department of Justice."

"I am convinced that the Panamanian people and their government recognize that it is in their direct national interest to end their association with the scourge of drugs."