“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordMay 18, 2004
I am concerned that gas has soared to more than $2 per gallon but I will not tap into emergency oil reserves because it would compromise the war on terror.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas
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Editor's note · Context

President Bush expresses his concerns about rising gas prices while emphasizing the importance of maintaining focus on the war on terror.

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