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On the recordMay 4, 2006
Porter's tenure at the CIA was one of transition where he's helped this agency become integrated into the intelligence community, and that was a tough job. He's led ably.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas
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President Bush comments on Porter Goss's leadership at the CIA following his resignation.

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