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Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Arnold Schwarzenegger served as the 38th Governor of California from 2003 to 2011. A member of the Republican Party, he was elected during a recall election and focused on various issues, including environmental policies and education reform. Schwarzenegger is known for his efforts to promote renewable energy and combat climate change, famously stating that California would lead the nation in these initiatives. He also emphasized the importance of after-school programs for children during his tenure.

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Jun 8, 2006

the governor of California hits the road, looking for votes and navigating his way through the thorny issue of immigration by taking on the president.

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Jun 8, 2006

The idea of sending National Guards to the borders was half-baked. And I told him that. It's an idea that's half-baked. I said, let's not rush those things.

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May 31, 2006

He agreed to send about 1,000 California National Guardsmen to the Mexican border ending a 17-day standoff with the Bush administration.

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May 16, 2006

Mobilizing thousands of National Guard troops from around the country for two-week rotations on the border to build fences and deploy surveillance equipment presents a logistical nightmare.

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May 16, 2006

mobilizing thousands of National Guard troops from around the country for two-week rotations on the border to build fences and deploy surveillance equipment presents a logistical nightmare.

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Feb 20, 2006

The federal court has interjected itself into the details of the state's execution process. I am confident that the convictions and sentence were appropriate in this case.

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Jan 25, 2006

If I've done anything wrong, that where I thought that I am playful and been just, you know, have fun. I feel bad about that.

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Dec 12, 2005

Without any apology and atonement, for these senseless and brutal killings, there could be no redemption.

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Nov 7, 2005

Observers say the results will be a litmus test of Arnold's political health.

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Nov 7, 2005

The gentleman named Schwarzenegger you may have heard of, who has about $100 million, threw millions into his successful effort at governor.

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Nov 7, 2005

Arnold Schwarzenegger, who swept into office two years ago at another special election when they recalled Governor Davis, said I can't work -- can't get the state legislature dominated by Democrats to do what has to be done on a variety of…

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Aug 14, 2005

I know they're going to throw everything at me, and, you know, say that I have no experience, and that I'm a womanizer, and I'm a terrible -- a terrible guy, and all of those kinds of things is going to come my way.

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Jul 14, 2005

Not too long ago, he was the toast of California. Now Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger is in political trouble, hounded by a new controversy from his past.

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Jul 14, 2005

I have had an extraordinary close personal and business relationship with Water Publications, but he's giving it up. Effective today, I will relinquish my title as executive editor and forego any compensation from the magazine.

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Jun 14, 2005

Throughout the 15-minute speech, protectors dished out distracting chants and whistles. They're outraged at Schwarzenegger's education policies and plans to hold a special election.

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Mar 6, 2005

Schwarzenegger says his administration is introducing legislation this year that will replace snack foods at schools with healthier options like fruits and vegetables, he also wants milk in the vending machines.

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Mar 6, 2005

California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger says he wants to ban the sale of junk food in schools across the state.

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Feb 16, 2005

California's Governor Schwarzenegger, who called himself the Collectinator during the campaign, in Washington today looking for help with his state's $8 billion budget gap.

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Jan 11, 2005

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger declared a state of emergency for Ventura County.

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Dec 22, 2004

The Pardonator gives a trio of inmates getting free pass. Today California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger pardoned three men convicted of drug crimes.

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Dec 22, 2004

Today California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger pardoned three men convicted of drug crimes.

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Nov 16, 2004

There's a movement afoot to send Arnold Schwarzenegger to the White House if the rule against foreign-born presidents can be changed.

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