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George W. Bush: “The burden of proof must be placed squarely on their shoulders.”

On the recordSeptember 18, 2002
The burden of proof must be placed squarely on their shoulders.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following a Meeting With Secretary of State Colin L. Powell and an Exchange With Reporters

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