George Bush actually said...

"I think any decisionmaker in the United States or in any of these countries is concerned about the lives of innocent civilians."

"The deployment of United States forces to conduct operational missions in and around the Arabian Peninsula necessitates this action."

"By making judicious use of the President's authorization, the Secretary of Defense will be able to ensure that essential capabilities such as these and others are available to support our operational ..."

"I have today, pursuant to section 673b of title 10, United States Code, authorized the Secretary of Defense, and the Secretary of Transportation with respect to the Coast Guard when it is not operatin..."