George Bush actually said...

"The economy continues to show troubling signs, and we must take decisive steps, like this vote today, to ensure sound fiscal policy."

"The amendment would undermine fiscal discipline by removing the program from the appropriations process."

"The President's ESEA proposal is based on streamlining and simplifying the plethora of existing education programs."

"This legislation includes monumental reforms that promote real accountability, annual testing, and funding flexibility."