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George W. Bush: I think it's—if you're going to make an accusation in the course of a Presidential campaign, you ought to back it up…

On the recordMarch 15, 2004
I think it's—if you're going to make an accusation in the course of a Presidential campaign, you ought to back it up with facts.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende of the Netherlands and an Exchange With Reporters

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