‘We regret having to take these actions. Today’s actions are not what we ever wanted to do–but today’s actions are what we must do to restore confidence to our financial system.’
–Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, on the government’s decision to buy shares in the nation’s leading banks to loosen channels of credit
I hope those protesters have the courage and honor to give veterans thanks for their right to protest.’
–Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, mistaking some of her fans for protesters at a rally
It’s going to be a big week for John McCain. Don’t kid yourself. Today and tomorrow he’ll be campaigning. Wednesday is the debate. And then, on Thursday, he cancels on me again.’
–Talk show host David Letterman, who invited the Republican presidential nominee back to his show after McCain canceled on him two weeks ago
