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George H.W. Bush: They are speeches to make it clear that, if we retreat before the job is done, this nation will become even more in…

On the recordAugust 29, 2006
They are speeches to make it clear that, if we retreat before the job is done, this nation will become even more in jeopardy. These are important times. And I was -- I seriously hope people wouldn't politicize these issues that I'm going to talk about.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

President Bush emphasizes the importance of staying the course in Iraq and hopes the discussion will not be politicized.

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