George Bush actually said...

"Confidence in our financial system and in its institutions is essential to the smooth operation of our economy."

"The Federal Reserve is also taking steps to provide additional liquidity to money market mutual funds, which will help ease pressure on our financial markets."

"Kuwait is a strategic partner of the United States, and our discussion today was befitting of our strategic partnership."

"Every American should know that the Federal Government continues to enforce laws and regulations protecting your money."