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On the recordSeptember 6, 2007
I found it interesting that on the tape, Iraq was mentioned, which is a reminder that Iraq is a part of this war against extremists. If al Qaeda bothers to mention Iraq, it's because they are -- they want to achieve their objectives in Iraq, which is to drive us out.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush comments on bin Laden's mention of Iraq, emphasizing its significance in the war against extremists.

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