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George W. Bush: “The United States values freedom of the press as one of the most fundamental political rights and as a necessary…”

On the recordMay 2, 2007
The United States values freedom of the press as one of the most fundamental political rights and as a necessary component of free societies.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Statement on World Press Freedom Day

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