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George H.W. Bush: One day, people will look back at this moment in history and say, 'Thank God there were courageous people willing to…

On the recordMarch 23, 2008
One day, people will look back at this moment in history and say, 'Thank God there were courageous people willing to serve.' Because they laid the foundations for peace for generations to come.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush reflects on the sacrifices of U.S. troops in Iraq and their importance for future peace.

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