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George W. Bush: The role of Government is not to create wealth; the role of Government is to create the conditions for economic growth.

On the recordApril 29, 2002
The role of Government is not to create wealth; the role of Government is to create the conditions for economic growth.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks on Compassionate Conservatism in San Jose, California

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