George Bush actually said...

"The military has the capabilities to, and the logistics and communications needed to come in and take control quickly in the event of a catastrophic event."

"The mission was vital to all of us who are doing our duty to protect the American people."

"I came here to see first hand how the Northern -- see the Northern Command in action, and to tell everyone that what you are involved in is something that's really important."

"I was in the U.S. Army, and I wouldn't leave my American brothers because they need me here."