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George W. Bush: We'll defend our freedom; this American spirit that says to be a patriot, you've got to serve something greater than…

On the recordNovember 1, 2002
We'll defend our freedom; this American spirit that says to be a patriot, you've got to serve something greater than yourself.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks in Tampa

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