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On the recordFebruary 14, 2005
I want him hell, I want, I want justice. And there's an old poster out West as I recall that said, Wanted, dead or alive.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Bush articulates his desire for justice regarding Osama bin Laden, referencing a famous 'Wanted' poster.

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