George Bush actually said...

The micromanagement in this legislation is unacceptable because it would create a series of requirements that do not provide the flexibility...

I am returning herewith without my approval H.R. 1591, the 'U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Care, Katrina Recovery, and Iraq Accountability ...

Victory often seemed elusive.

I recognize that many Democrats saw this bill as an opportunity to make a political statement about their opposition to the war.