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George W. Bush: I can assure you, when we go after individuals in the theater of war, it's because they intend to do some harm to…

On the recordMay 8, 2002
I can assure you, when we go after individuals in the theater of war, it's because they intend to do some harm to America.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following a Meeting With Congressional Leaders and an Exchange With Reporters

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