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George W. Bush

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George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the United States, serving from January 20, 2001, to January 20, 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the Governor of Texas from January 17, 1995, until December 21, 2000. His presidency was marked by significant events, including the September 11 attacks in 2001 and the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Bush's domestic policies included tax cuts, education reform, and Medicare prescription drug benefits.

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Oct 22, 2003

Australia is carrying a heavy load, for which we are grateful.

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Oct 22, 2003

We're aggressively striking the terrorists in Iraq, defeating them there so we will not have to face them in our own country.

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Oct 22, 2003

We're equal partners on the war on terror. We're equal partners working for a world that's more free.

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Oct 22, 2003

Prime Minister John Howard is a leader of exceptional courage who exemplifies the finest qualities of one of the world's great democracies.

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Oct 22, 2003

The war on terror is going to be tough work, and it's going to take a while.

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Oct 21, 2003

I emphasize strong support for Indonesia's territorial integrity and national unity.

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Oct 21, 2003

The most notable example of where that is taking—where it is helping is in North Korea.

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Oct 21, 2003

I think it speaks to our—the nature of our relationship with these countries right now.

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Oct 21, 2003

I made it very clear, obviously—I said this during the pool spray there—that a treaty is not going to happen.

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Oct 21, 2003

He was a good friend of my family, and I valued his advice and counsel.

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Oct 21, 2003

I said this during the pool spray there—that a treaty is not going to happen, but there are other ways to effect on paper what I have said publicly.

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Oct 21, 2003

We're a pluralistic, free society; people can worship the way they want to worship.

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Oct 21, 2003

I applaud the Senate for joining the House in passing the ban on partial-birth abortion.

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Oct 21, 2003

All parties share a responsibility to bring about a just and comprehensive peace.

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Oct 21, 2003

This is very important legislation that will end an abhorrent practice and continue to build a culture of life in America.

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Oct 21, 2003

I expressed great admiration and respect for Indonesia's long history of religious tolerance and moderate Islamic thought.

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Oct 21, 2003

He was widely recognized as a strong leader in his community.

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