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This seems to be a partial text of what Bush 41 said in January 1999 to the Senate. He may have made other remarks, I do recall it was closed door. This makes is appear that it was some sort of a scheduled speakers series, like CSPAN booknotes or some such thing. Still, I think in these remarks is a subtle message to leave clinton alone. And as I said, he may have said other things that aren't in this text. As I've said, it was a strange time.

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/congress/jan-june99/bush_1-21.html

"Still, I think in these remarks is a subtle message to leave clinton alone."

While the text cited is superficially innocuous, it could be interpreted that way. And doubtless was, by those so inclined.

This address does seem to have been part of a regularly scheduled series, rather than a special pleading. And it obviously did not occur prior to the opening of the impeachment trial, at the special meeting in the Old Senate Chamber where the rules of procedure were decided upon.

Interesting that, under the circumstances, Bush 41 did not choose to beg off the speech. He would have been justified in doing so, certainly. That he did not is a message all its own.

Thanks for the follow-up. Yes, it was a strange time. And your nugget makes it a wee tad stranger...

Once again, one wonders what our world would be like had the Senate exhibited the courage to do their duty. In all liklihood, Algore would be President today. I shiver at the notion.

As is said, the good Lord moves in mysterious ways, his wonders to perform.