Quotations

«The president believes Secretary Rumsfeld is doing a very fine job during a challenging period in our nation's history.»

«It's not something that, they will tell you, turns on a dime.»

«I know we hear in Washington 'prevention means force'. In this case, it means diplomacy, by the way. I read the articles in the newspapers this weekend -- it was wild speculation.»

«I'm not going to talk about security measures.»

«It's important that the Iraqi leaders continue to move forward and form a unity government that is based on strong leadership and represents that represents all Iraqis. And that's and we are continuing to keep our focus on the strategy for victory that the president has outlined. The worst thing we could do is withdraw before the mission is complete. And that would be retreating. And that's exactly what the terrorists want us to do. But they cannot shake our will. They cannot we will not lose our nerve. The president understands the importance of a free Iraq for laying the foundations of peace for generations to come.»

«This is a regime that needs to be building confidence with the international community.»

«We've said multiple times that Iran is not Iraq.»

«It was an emotional day. This was his swan song trip. Andy earned the highest respect and trust of all of us at the White House. Those of us who have been so honored to work beside Andy are really going to miss him.»

«We are seeking to resolve this in a diplomatic way.»

«It's inherent in our Constitution. He is the head of the executive branch.»