George Bush actually said...

"Let's hope that all of this comes together and our citizens will be released and the others as well."

"Putting innocents at risk is not the way one makes a political statement."

"I do think that there's an overall climate internationally now that permits... that would encourage hostage holders to set aside some of their alleged reasons for holding people or their grievances in..."

"President Bush is gratified that Edward Tracy has been released and shares the happiness of all Americans for him and his family."