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George H.W. Bush: With the situation becoming more precarious by the day, I face the choice to step in with dramatic government action or…

On the recordSeptember 23, 2008
With the situation becoming more precarious by the day, I face the choice to step in with dramatic government action or to stand back and allow the irresponsible actions of some to undermine the financial security of all.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush discusses the urgent need for government intervention in the economy.

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