Compiled by Rodrique Tremblay, University of Montreal

“I’m the commander — see, I don’t need to explain — I do not need to explain why I say things. That’s the interesting thing about being president.”
-George W. Bush

“In a time of war, the president must have the power he needs to make the tough decisions, including, if need be, the decision to grant himself even more power.”
-George W. Bush

“The most important thing is for us to find Osama bin Laden. It is our number one priority and we will not rest until we find him.”
-George W. Bush

“I don’t know where bin Laden is. I have no idea and really don’t care. It’s not that important. It’s not our priority.”
-George W. Bush

“I trust God speaks through me. Without that, I couldn’t do my job.”
-George W. Bush

“See, in my line of work you got to keep repeating things over and over and over again for the truth to sink in, to kind of catapult the propaganda.”
-George W. Bush