George Bush actually said...

"Zahir Shah was a monumental figure in Afghan history."

"His presence in Afghanistan as a private citizen and 'Father of the Nation' for the past several years has been an important factor in rebuilding Afghanistan."

"This letter shall constitute my written declaration that I am unable to discharge the Constitutional powers and duties of the office of the President of the United States."

"The actions we and our partners around the world have taken have helped disrupt plots and save lives."