I think the key anecdote in the book is when Colin [Powell] and I were discussing Iraq. Colin was upstairs in the Treaty Room, in the residence. And he talks about his concerns about the use of military in Iraq. And I said I felt the same concerns, but it might be that we have to use it. In which case, he said, "I support you."
George W. BushMy mother always said, 'When you're eating pretzels, chew before you swallow'. Always listen to your mother.
George W. BushWe had a shared experience. That makes a good marriage better. In many ways our marriage is great because she has made it great.
George W. BushThis is a very difficult assignment for the United States, to hang in there and help this young democracy survive.
George W. Bush