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George W. Bush: It ought to cause the Congress to step up their need to address our dependence on foreign oil.

On the recordSeptember 1, 2008
It ought to cause the Congress to step up their need to address our dependence on foreign oil.
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George W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks Prior to a Cabinet Meeting

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