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George W. Bush: Do not put yourself in harm's way or make rescue workers take unnecessary risks.

On the recordAugust 30, 2008
Do not put yourself in harm's way or make rescue workers take unnecessary risks.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following a Briefing at the Federal Emergency Management Agency

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