Not, of course, that Mr. Bush admits to having made any mistakes.

Mr. Bush made a mistake, admitted his transgression and showed remorse for his choice.

Mr. Bush, commenting on the situation, admitted that it can be difficult to conduct negotiations with the United States.

Mr. Bush admitted she would be "a very strong candidate."

Mr. Bush and his campaign staff have admitted that he made what they have described as youthful mistakes.

If Mr. Bush had admitted from the start that the postwar occupation might cost this much, he would never have gotten that last tax cut.

Mr. Bush should publicly admit mistakes and reach out more to Democrats, and even his critics.

Mr. Bush admits that is "a huge step."

For his part, Mr. Bush admits no errors.

Mr. Bush admitted mistakes and acknowledged chaos on the ground, but emphatically asserted that the situation would improve.