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George W. Bush: Our military forces make this Nation strong; they make this Nation safe; and they make this Nation proud.

On the recordAugust 30, 2006
Our military forces make this Nation strong; they make this Nation safe; and they make this Nation proud.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks at the American Legion National Convention in Salt Lake City

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