CONNECTING THE DOTS

Let me say something about the Patriot Act

You know, there's an interesting debate in Washington - and you're part of it - that says: Well, they didn't connect the dots prior to September the 11th

people were pretty adamant about hauling people up to testify and wondering how come the dots weren't connected

Well, the Patriot Act helps us connect the dots.

It is inexcusable to say, on the one hand, connect the dots and not give us a chance to do so

We've connected the dots - are trying to connect the dots

we're connecting dots as best as we possibly can

And so - I forgot what got me on this subject. But, nevertheless, we're doing the right thing.

EXCERPTS FROM THE PRESS CONFERENCE OF MR. CONNECT-THE-DOTS 12/19/05