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James Barrett: This is not Bush's war, it is my war, and it is the war of every volunteer here because we know how high the stakes are…

On the recordFebruary 13, 2007
This is not Bush's war, it is my war, and it is the war of every volunteer here because we know how high the stakes are for this country. My war. That is what he says. This is my war. Rick, first to you and all your comrades over there, I say thank you and God bless you. I pray for you every day. But I want to tell you something, son; it is my war too. It is my war and my children's war and my children's children's war. This is our war, ladies and gentlemen. This is the greatest enemy that we have ever faced in my lifetime, Mr. Speaker.
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James Barrett
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the Iraq resolution and personal reflections on the war.

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