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George W. Bush: To shrink from this threat would bring a false sense of temporary peace.

On the recordOctober 15, 2002
To shrink from this threat would bring a false sense of temporary peace.
Said by
George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks on Signing the Authorization for Use of Military Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002

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