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On the recordJanuary 27, 2008
The temptation will be to load up the bill. That would delay it or derail it. And neither option is acceptable. This is a good agreement that will keep our economy growing and our people working and this Congress must pass is at -- it as soon as possible.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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President Bush calls for Congress to pass an economic agreement quickly to maintain growth and employment.

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