Bush to Falwell, Robertson, Coulter et al.: Back Off, Bigots!

During yesterday's joint photo opportunity with Kofi Anan, our unelected President made (okay, read) the following remarks:

As a matter of fact, by far, the vast majority of American citizens respect the Islamic people and the Muslim faith. After all, there are millions of peaceful-loving Muslim Americans. [Para.] Some of the comments that have been uttered about Islam do not reflect the sentiments of my government or the sentiments of most Americans. Islam, as practiced by the vast majority of people, is a peaceful religion, a religion that respects others. Ours is a country based upon tolerance, Mr. Secretary General, and we respect the faith and we welcome people of all faiths in America. And we're not going to let the war on terror or terrorists cause us to change our values.

Has Bush gone soft on "Islamo-fascism"? Has he just tired of the shrill antics of mentally defective right-wing bigots like the rest of us? Or is he running for re-election (sic)?