George Bush actually said...

I saw firsthand the strength of his character, and his deep determination to succeed, to build a country that can sustain itself, govern itself and defend itself.

Context

President Bush expresses confidence in Iraq's new prime minister after his visit to Baghdad.

06/13/2006

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