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On the recordNovember 17, 2004
A fellow in Saline County was asked by his son why he liked Governor Clinton so much. He said, Son, he'll look you in the eye, he'll shake your hand, he'll hold your baby, he'll pet your dog, all at the same time.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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George W. Bush shares a humorous anecdote highlighting Bill Clinton's personable nature.

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