Political Quotes

On the recordNovember 6, 2012
Let me put it to you this way. I earned capital in the campaign, political capital, and now I intend to spend it.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush reflects on the political capital gained from his re-election and his intention to use it in his second term.

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