George Bush actually said...

I don't know whether the development of today speeds up the day or not.

Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With Reporters on the Relaxation of East German Border Controls

11/08/1989

More George Bush Quotes

Throughout, Rev. Abernathy was committed to the principle of nonviolence.

Violence is the weapon of the weak, and nonviolence is the weapon of the strong.

The concept of a unified Germany does not cause me worries.

I've tried hard as President to stay in close touch with our alliance leaders.