Frasi di George Bush pagina 19

“[Famosa gaffe, riferendosi a una giornalista che lo aveva definito "dislessico" in un articolo del New Yorker] Ma come fa quella donna a dire che io sono dislessico, se non l'ho mai intervistata?”

“Lo Studio Ovale ovviamente non ha angoli in cui ci si può nascondere.”

“La sicurezza del mondo richiede il disarmo di Saddam Hussein adesso. Sostenendo la giusta domanda del mondo noi onoreremo anche il più profondo legame al nostro paese. A differenza di Saddam Hussein, noi crediamo che il popolo iracheno meriti la libertà e quando il dittatore sarà rimosso esso potrà diventare un esempio per tutto il Medio Oriente di una nazione vitale, pacifica e in grado di governarsi da sola.”

“Members of Congress: however we feel about the decisions and debates of the past, our nation has only one option: We must keep our word, defeat our enemies, and stand behind the American military in its vital mission.”

George Bush: Frasi in inglese

“I hear there's rumors on the internets [pause] that we're going to have a draft. We're not going to have a draft, period.”

2000s, 2006, State of the Union (January 2006)

“Today, having come far in our own historical journey, we must decide. Will we turn back, or finish well? Before history is written down in books, it is written in courage. Like Americans before us, we will show that courage and we will finish well. We will lead freedom's advance. We will compete and excel in the global economy. We will renew the defining moral commitments of this land, and so we move forward, optimistic about our country, faithful to its cause, and confident of victories to come.”

2nd Presidential Debate, October 8, 2004 http://www.debates.org/pages/trans2004c.html 2000s, 2004

“Thank you. God told me to wear it.
That's a joke.”

2000s, 2006, State of the Union (January 2006)

“We're going to get bin Laden. Dead or alive, it doesn't matter to me.”

Responding to a compliment on his suit from European Commission president Jose Manuel Barroso (November 2005) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4421818.stm 2000s, 2005

“In the long term, we’ve got to defeat an ideology of hate with an ideology of hope. There’s a reason why people like [al-Qaida leader Osama] bin Laden are able to recruit suiciders, because if you don’t have hope, you’re attracted to an ideology which says, it’s OK to kill people and kill yourself.”

12/14/2001 http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/1711874.stm Bush's words elsewhere was that he is "determined" to capture Bin Laden dead or alive, and is confident about succeeding http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/1711717.stm 2000s, 2001

“I fully understand it takes time for free societies, truly free societies to evolve. I don't expect instant success.”

Sept. 11, 5 years later: 'We stand together' http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14780747/ (September 11, 2006) 2000s, 2006

“I thought the Iraqis were Muslims.”

Interview on Middle East Television Network, February 18, 2004 http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2004/02/20040218-10.html 2000s, 2004

“I happen to be one of these guys that when you say something, you better mean it.”

Meeting with three Iraqi-Americans before the invasion of Iraq, regarding a potential conflict between followers of Shia and Sunni Islam. See Peter Galbraith (2006), The End of Iraq: How American Incompetence Created A War Without End.
Attributed, Private/attributed

“People say, "He's the most popular guy in Russia." I say: "Yeah, I'd be popular too if I owned NBC."”

2010s, 2011, Speech at the Gerald R. Ford Foundation (2011)

“In this moment of opportunity, a common danger is erasing old rivalries. America is working with Russia and China and India, in ways we have never before, to achieve peace and prosperity. In every region, free markets and free trade and free societies are proving their power to lift lives. Together with friends and allies from Europe to Asia, and Africa to Latin America, we will demonstrate that the forces of terror cannot stop the momentum of freedom.”

As quoted in "Is Putin Popular?" https://www.nationalreview.com/2018/03/is-putin-popular-c/ (2018), by Jay Nordlinger, National Review 2010s

“My call tonight is for every American to commit at least two years — 4,000 hours over the rest of your lifetime, to the service of your neighbors and your nation. Many are already serving, and I thank you. If you aren't sure how to help, I've got a good place to start. To sustain and extend the best that has emerged in America, I invite you to join the new USA Freedom Corps. The Freedom Corps will focus on three areas of need: responding in case of crisis at home; rebuilding our communities; and extending American compassion throughout the world.”

2000s, 2002, State of the Union address (January 2002)

“But some governments will be timid in the face of terror. And make no mistake about it: If they do not act, America will.”

2000s, 2002, State of the Union address (January 2002)

“This is, above all, the age of liberty.”

2000s, 2002, State of the Union address (January 2002)

“The question is, who ought to make that decision? The Congress or the commanders? And as you know, my position is clear — I'm a commander guy.”

2000s, 2003, Address to the National Endowment for Democracy (November 2003)

“It makes no sense to tell the enemy when you plan to start withdrawing. All the terrorists would have to do is mark their calendars and gather their strength -- and begin plotting how to overthrow the government and take control of the country of Iraq. I believe setting a deadline for withdrawal would demoralize the Iraqi people, would encourage killers across the broader Middle East, and send a signal that America will not keep its commitments. Setting a deadline for withdrawal is setting a date for failure -- and that would be irresponsible.”

On who should decide when to increase or decrease troop levels in Iraq President Bush Discusses War on Terror, Economy with Associated General Contractors of America http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070502-2.html (May 2, 2007) 2000s, 2007

“I hadn't heard that…. I, frankly, have been focused elsewhere, like on gasoline prices.”

President Bush Rejects Artificial Deadline, Vetoes Iraq War Supplemental http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2007/05/20070501-6.html (May 1, 2007) 2000s, 2007

“This evening, my thoughts return to the first night I addressed you from this house. September 11, 2001. That morning, terrorists took nearly 3,000 lives in the worst attack on America since Pearl Harbor. I remember standing in the rubble of the World Trade Center three days later, surrounded by rescuers who had been working around the clock. I remember talking to brave souls who charged through smoke-filled corridors at the Pentagon and to husbands and wives whose loved ones became heroes aboard Flight 93. I remember Arlene Howard, who gave me her fallen son's police shield as a reminder of all that was lost. And I still carry his badge.”

Explaining, first, that he hadn't heard gas prices were climbing to $4, then explaining he was focused on gas prices in response to a question of what groups fund his library; press conference, February 28, 2008 Watch video http://thinkprogress.org/2008/02/28/bush-falsely-claims-hes-focused-on-gas-prices/ 2000s, 2008

“We've come to this moment through patience and resolve and focused action. And that is our strategy moving forward. The war on terror is a different kind of war, waged capture by capture, cell by cell, and victory by victory. Our security is assured by our perseverance and by our sure belief in the success of liberty. And the United States of America will not relent until this war is won. May God bless the people of Iraq, and may God bless America. Thank you.”

2000s, 2009, Farewell speech to the nation (January 2009)

“The enemy in Iraq believes America will run, that's why they're willing to kill innocent civilians, relief workers, coalition troops. America will never run. America will do what is necessary to make our country more secure.”

2000s, 2003, Remarks on the Capture of Saddam Hussein (December 2003)

“Saddam's defiance of United Nations Security Council resolutions demanding the disarmament of his nuclear, chemical, biological, and long-range missile capacity has led to sanctions on Iraq and has undermined the authority of the U. N. For 12 years, the international community has tried to persuade him to disarm and thereby avoid military conflict, most recently through the unanimous adoption of UNSCR 1441. The responsibility is his. If Saddam refuses even now to cooperate fully with the United Nations, he brings on himself the serious consequences foreseen in UNSCR 1441 and previous resolutions.”

Speech in Birmingham, Alabama, November 3, 2003 http://georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov/news/releases/2003/11/20031103-7.html http://select.nytimes.com/gst/abstract.html?res=F70914FA35540C778CDDA80994DB404482 2000s, 2003

“The state can do what they want to do. Don't try to trap me in this state's issue like you're trying to get me into.”

2000s, 2003, A Vision for Iraq and the Iraqi people (March 2003)

“Multilateral organizations have made bold commitments of their own to fight disease. The G-8 has pledged to match America's efforts on malaria and HIV/AIDS. Through the Global Fund, many countries are working to fight HIV/AIDS, malaria, and T-B. Lives in the developing world depend on these programs, and all who have made pledges to fight disease have an obligation to follow through on their commitments.”

Governor Bush on gay marriage, Larry King Live (February 15, 2000)
2000s, 2000

“Secondly, you are blessed to live in the greatest Nation – ever. Here you can strive and succeed as far as you dare to dream. It says something about our country that millions around the world are willing to leave their homes and families and risk everything to come here and realize the American dream. Their pursuit of that dream invigorates our national soul. It renews our country’s character. And it adds vitality to our culture.”

2000s, 2008, Address to the United Nations General Assembly (September 2008)

2010s, 2015, Remarks at the SMU 100th Spring Commencement (May 2015)

“We do not torture.”

“These sources of strength are also in the faith that sustains so many of us. Across the town of Blacksburg and in towns all across America, houses of worship from every faith have opened their doors and have lifted you up in prayer. People who have never met you are praying for you; they're praying for your friends who have fallen and who are injured. There's a power in these prayers, real power. In times like this, we can find comfort in the grace and guidance of a loving God. As the Scriptures tell us, "Don't be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."”

November 7, 2005. http://www.cnn.com/2005/POLITICS/11/07/bush.torture.ap/ http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/4415132.stm 2000s, 2005

“Both those men are doing fantastic jobs and I strongly support them.”

2000s, 2007, Virginia Tech Prayer Vigil (April 2007)

“Last month, at the grave of her husband, Michael, a CIA officer and Marine who died in Mazur-e-Sharif, Shannon Spann said these words of farewell, 'Semper Fi, my love'. Shannon is with us tonight. Shannon, I assure you and all who have lost a loved one that our cause is just, and our country will never forget the debt we owe Michael and all who gave their lives for freedom.”

In reference to Donald Rumsfeld and Dick Cheney in an Oval Office interview http://www.cnn.com/2006/POLITICS/11/01/bush.cheney.ap/, one week prior to accepting Rumsfeld’s resignation (November 1, 2006) 2000s, 2006

“Sometimes, words have consequences you don't intend them to mean”

2000s, 2002, State of the Union address (January 2002)

“America must always reject racial bigotry, anti-Semitism, and hatred in all forms. As we pray for Charlottesville, we are reminded of the fundamental truths recorded by that city’s most prominent citizen in the Declaration of Independence: we are all created equal and endowed by our Creator with unalienable rights. We know these truths to be everlasting because we have seen the decency and greatness of our country.”

14 January 2005
http://www.cnn.com/2005/ALLPOLITICS/01/14/bush.regrets.ap/index.html
2000s, 2005