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George H.W. Bush: “I believe the interest of the Israeli people would be served by a peaceful Palestinian state. And I believe that now is…”

On the recordMay 25, 2005
I believe the interest of the Israeli people would be served by a peaceful Palestinian state. And I believe that now is the time for all parties of this conflict to move beyond old grievances and act forcefully in the cause of peace.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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President Bush emphasizes the importance of a peaceful Palestinian state for Israeli interests and calls for all parties to move beyond past grievances.

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