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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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Feb 4, 2003

Today's action brings us one step closer to creating incentives for Americans to donate more to charities, many of which are facing tough financial times.

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Feb 4, 2003

I am pleased to transmit a legislative proposal to establish the Millennium Challenge Account and the Millennium Challenge Corporation.

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Feb 4, 2003

I look forward to working closely with the Senate and House to improve the legislation to get a strong, bipartisan faith-based bill on my desk as soon as possible.

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Feb 3, 2003

The American people are going to have a very keen interest in Secretary Powell's remarks tomorrow.

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Feb 2, 2003

Our laws encourage people to plan for retirement and to save for education.

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Feb 2, 2003

Project BioShield will give our scientific leaders greater authority and flexibility in decisions that may affect our security.

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Feb 2, 2003

I look forward to discussing how the United States can best support President Macapagal-Arroyo's efforts to strengthen the rule of law.

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Feb 2, 2003

He fully understands the position of the United States, and he has been incredibly supportive.

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Feb 2, 2003

We will do so in the name of peace, and we will do so for the security of the American people.

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Feb 2, 2003

The first responsibility of our Government is to defend our Nation.

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Feb 2, 2003

…if Saddam Hussein does not disarm, for the sake of peace and security… we will go in and disarm him.

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Feb 2, 2003

I look forward to discussing how the United States and the Philippines can further strengthen bilateral relations.

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Jan 31, 2003

This plan will prevent 7 million new AIDS infections, treat at least 2 million people with life-extending drugs, and provide humane care for millions of people suffering from AIDS and for children orphaned by AIDS.

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Jan 31, 2003

I have determined that the emergency conditions in certain areas of the State of Texas in connection with the events relating to the loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia are of sufficient severity and magnitude to warrant an emergency…

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Jan 31, 2003

I therefore declare that such an emergency exists in the State of Texas.

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Jan 31, 2003

We will modernize Medicare to make sure that seniors can choose the coverage that fits them best.

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Jan 30, 2003

Saddam Hussein has had 12 years to learn how to deceive, and I would view this as more deception on his part.

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Jan 30, 2003

I am pleased to announce the return of Governors Island to the people of New York.

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Jan 30, 2003

Freedom is not America's gift to the world; freedom is God's gift to humanity.

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