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George W. Bush: “Afghanistan did exactly the same thing that happened in Poland: The people realized the blessings of liberty.”

On the recordMarch 9, 2008
Afghanistan did exactly the same thing that happened in Poland: The people realized the blessings of liberty.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Donald Tusk of Poland and an Exchange With Reporters

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