Dec 12, 2006
I've heard some ideas that would lead to defeat, and I reject those ideas. Ideas such as leaving before the job is done.
George H.W. Bush
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George H.W. Bush was the 41st President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1989, to January 20, 1993. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1989. Bush was a World War II veteran and served in various roles within the U.S. government, including as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 1976 to 1977. His presidency is noted for significant events such as the Gulf War and the fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as his efforts in foreign policy and international diplomacy.
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Dec 11, 2006
If the American troops leave Iraq, the Saudis might -- they say might -- throw their support behind the Sunni insurgency.
Dec 11, 2006
In spite of his grief and in spite of pain in his heart, he is willing to work for a united Iraq and a peaceful Iraq.
Dec 10, 2006
I appreciate the advice I got from those folks in the field. And that advice is an important part and an important component of putting together a new way forward in Iraq.
Dec 10, 2006
I have told the members that this report, called 'the Way Forward,' is -- will be taken very seriously by this administration.
Dec 6, 2006
I do know that we have not succeeded as fast as we wanted to succeed. I -- I do understand that progress is not as rapid as I had hoped.
Dec 6, 2006
Not only do I know how important it is to prevail. I believe we will prevail.
Dec 5, 2006
This report will give us all an opportunity to find common ground for the good of the country.
Dec 5, 2006
States like these and their terrorist allies constitute an axis of evil.
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