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George W. Bush: “The legislation establishing the new Department must strike a careful balance between the flexibility needed to defend…”

On the recordSeptember 2, 2002
The legislation establishing the new Department must strike a careful balance between the flexibility needed to defend against a ruthless enemy and the fairness needed to ensure employee rights.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Statement of Administration Policy: S. 2452 - National Homeland Security and Combating Terrorism Act of 2002

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