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George W. Bush: We owe a debt of gratitude to those who were on the frontline pulling people out of harm's way.

On the recordSeptember 15, 2008
We owe a debt of gratitude to those who were on the frontline pulling people out of harm's way.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following a Briefing on Hurricane Ike Recovery Efforts in Houston, Texas

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