George Bush actually said...

I took it upon myself to notify the leadership of the Congress that I intend to protect our troops.

U.S. Armed Forces began combat action in Afghanistan against Al Qaida terrorists and their Taliban supporters.

We will defend our country, and while we do so, we will not sacrifice the freedoms that make our land unique.

It is our good fortune to be an immigrant nation, to be the keepers of traditions and gifts that have come to us from great nations like Ita...