Scott McClellan Quotes

"America has always been a nation that has risen to the challenge in the face of adversity and we will do so again."

"We cannot tolerate it, and the military is taking strong action against those responsible."

"We do ... believe it [the Iraqi action] is a violation that would constitute a material breach. ... The resolution gives us that option to refer ... this violation to the Security Council for discussion."

"This action would be an absolute last resort. Every attempt would be made to go to the highest chain of command, all the way to the commander-in-chief."

"This effort, or this action, recognizes the unprecedented scope and impact of this disaster."

"All of us have a role to do to help address high energy prices. And we are taking action to do so."

"It wouldn't be necessary to get a request from the governor or take other action."

"After concluding that review we expect action to move to the Security Council, the matter has already been reported to the United Nations Security Council."

"It's time for action and that is what the secretary was expressing. The president wanted to make sure that she made that very clear to all that were listening."

"It is time for action."

"There was a lot of advice given, and he (Bush) welcomed that advice. He went around the table to make sure that the commanders had everything they needed and they agreed with the plan that General (Tommy) Franks had put in place."

"The President has confidence in the Federal Reserve when it comes to monetary policy and their ability to address any inflation concerns."

"The president greatly appreciates Speaker Hastert's strong leadership and ability to get things done."

"Unfortunately, these kinds of hunting accidents happen from time to time."

"When it comes to human rights, there is no greater leader than the United States of America, and we show that by holding people accountable when they break the law or violate human rights. We show that by supporting the advance of freedom and democracy and supporting those in countries that are having their human rights denied or violated, like North Korea."

"This is America's national pastime, and I think baseball fans all across America expect the owners and players to resolve their differences."

"I think that on the eve of historic elections, it sends the wrong message to our troops. America wants our troops to win and we have a plan to help them succeed and we know that they will."

"We are up against a dangerous and deadly enemy that is determined to strike America again."

"Tomorrow night, [Bush] looks forward to discussing some bold initiatives to help keep America strong, and he will talk about some new policies that will reflect the priorities that the American people care most about."

"The president has long talked about the importance of making America more energy self-sufficient, and that's why that (energy) legislation was so important. But there's more that we need to do. Energy prices remain too high."