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“We expect rain to bring some much-needed relief to New Yorkers experiencing poor air quality over the weekend.”
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“the I.C.C. threatens every aspect of our political and legal system.”
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On the recordAugust 30, 2006
The security of the civilized world depends on victory in the war on terror and that depends on victory in Iraq. So the United States of America will not leave until victory is achieved.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas
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President Bush emphasizes the importance of victory in Iraq for global security.

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