The Pentagon is constantly adjusting tactics because they have the flexibility from the White House to do so. The strategy is to help the Iraqi people achieve their objectives and their dreams, which is a democratic society. That's the strategy. The tactics it's important that we stay there and get it done; or we leave. We're not leaving so long as I'm the president. That would be a huge mistake.
George W. BushI'm going to put people in my place, so when the history of this administration is written at least there's an authoritarian voice saying exactly what happened.
George W. BushOur Nation's founding commitment is still our deepest commitment: In our world, and here at home, we will extend the frontiers of freedom.
George W. BushI'm mindful in a free society that people can worship if they want to or not. You're equally an American if you choose to worship an almighty and if you choose not to.
George W. Bush