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George H.W. Bush: If we leave Iraq before our commanders say that we are ready we will be risking the future of Iraq.

On the recordNovember 12, 2014
If we leave Iraq before our commanders say that we are ready we will be risking the future of Iraq.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush warned against leaving Iraq prematurely, predicting mass killings and the need for U.S. troops to return.

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