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George H.W. Bush: “He's promised $2.2 trillion in new federal spending. That's trillion with a T. That's a lot. Even for a senator from…”

On the recordOctober 28, 2004
He's promised $2.2 trillion in new federal spending. That's trillion with a T. That's a lot. Even for a senator from Massachusetts.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush highlights Kerry's spending promises as unrealistic during his campaign speech.

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