George Bush actually said...

"They are our finest citizens, and we owe them a debt that can never be repaid."

"Our economy is depending on decisive action from the Government."

"I'm disappointed by the outcome, but I assure our citizens and citizens around the world that this is not the end of the legislative process."

"But the reality is that we are in an urgent situation, and the consequences will grow worse each day if we do not act."