George Bush actually said...

"I think the President has made his views very clear, that all ideas are on the table as far as he's concerned, with the exception of increasing the payroll tax rate."

"Unfortunately, Senate Democratic leaders -- I mean, some Democratic leaders continue to simply stand in the way of a solution."

"This is a time when we should be welcoming ideas, not getting into ruling things out."

"Now is the time for Congress to set aside political differences and come to the table in good faith to solve this problem."