Bush Snipes At Rove: “I Obviously Was Working Harder In The Campaign Than He Was”...

White House November 8, 2006 06:07 PM

From Bush's afternoon press conference:

Q Thank you, sir. During this campaign season some religious conservatives expressed support and appreciation for the work you've done. But some also expressed that they felt like they expended a lot of effort on your behalf without a lot of results. I wonder if you could tell us what parts of their agenda are still on your radar screen, and if you think they're right to be frustrated? And also, Mr. President, may I ask you if you have any metrics you'd be willing to share about your reading contest with Mr. Rove.

THE PRESIDENT: I'm losing. I obviously was working harder in the campaign than he was. (Laughter.)
AUDIENCE: Oooooh!

Read entire transcript here.