George Bush actually said...

A national emergency has existed since September 11, 2001, which now includes Operation Enduring Freedom (in Afghanistan) and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Context

Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting an Alternative Plan for the Locality Pay Increase for Civilian Federal Employees

11/28/2004

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