He didn't need to read anything - he had Sandy Berger whispering in his ear. And remember, Kerry is the guy who boasted that he didn't go to the security briefings he was offered by Bush because he was "too busy" and didn't need them.
I would surely like to know the details of that meeting and who actually gave the briefing.
President Bush ought to offer private briefing on a regular basis and then watch kerry squirm.