George Bush actually said...

"Prime Minister Maliki and General Petraeus emphasized that the Baghdad security plan is still in its early stages, and success will take months, not days or weeks."

"It can be tempting to look at the challenges in Iraq and conclude our best option is to pack up and go home."

"Iraq is a young democracy that is fighting for its survival in a region that is vital to American security."

"We are a nation at war, and the heaviest responsibilities fall to our troops in the field."