“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
“These disparities are not just statistics; they represent lives lost, families impacted, and communities left behind.”
“Prices are higher than when the president came into office, and tariffs made it worse.”

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On the recordFebruary 1, 2005
I earned capital in the campaign, political capital. And now I intend to spend it.
Said by
George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas
Source
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Editor's note · Context

Bush expresses his intention to use the political capital gained from his campaign to push forward his agenda.

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