George Bush actually said...

"This order is intended only to improve the internal management of the executive branch and is not intended to, and does not, create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law ..."

"Ed Gillespie has done an outstanding job as chairman of the Republican National Committee."

"I thank Ed for his exceptional service and friendship and wish him and Cathy all the best."

"I appreciate her fine work and wish her well."