George Bush actually said...

"We in the Federal Government must respond, and respond robustly, to help the people there not only recover but to make sure that lifeline of activity, that bridge gets rebuilt as quickly as possible."

"Unfortunately, Democratic leaders in Congress want to spend far more."

"His expertise and experience will strengthen the National Security Council's ability to address challenges in the Global War on Terror."

"Such actions constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States."