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George W. Bush: “The enemies of freedom will do all in their power to spread violence and fear. They are trying to shake the will of our…”

On the recordJanuary 20, 2004
The enemies of freedom will do all in their power to spread violence and fear. They are trying to shake the will of our country and our friends, but the United States of America will never be intimidated by thugs and assassins.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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