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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 24, 2001

The average citizen in America harbors no ill will toward you.

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Oct 24, 2001

We urge the Senate to reduce funding for unrequested research projects.

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Oct 23, 2001

The United States will reach an arrangement with the United Nations regarding the reciprocal debt forgiveness contemplated by the legislation.

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Oct 23, 2001

Drug and alcohol abuse in America annually create staggering societal costs.

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Oct 23, 2001

I am also pleased to transmit my written approval, authorization, and determination concerning the Protocol.

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Oct 23, 2001

I encourage citizens to support activities that raise awareness and encourage prevention of substance abuse.

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Oct 23, 2001

I am pleased Congress has reached an agreement on counterterrorism legislation that will give our law enforcement officials the tools and resources necessary to disrupt, weaken, and defeat terrorists.

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Oct 23, 2001

We will work cooperatively with other nations to help eradicate illegal drugs at their source.

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Oct 23, 2001

We must continue to make the prevention and treatment of drug and alcohol abuse a national priority.

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Oct 23, 2001

I look forward to signing this strong bipartisan plan into law so that we can combat terrorism and prevent future attacks.

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Oct 23, 2001

That is why we must clearly communicate to America's youth that drug and alcohol abuse is dangerous and harmful to both their health and their future.

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Oct 22, 2001

The people of Northern Ireland are now measurably closer to the lasting peace which they richly deserve.

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Oct 22, 2001

I know I speak for all Americans when I express my heartfelt appreciation to General de Chastelain for his continuing efforts in support of the peace process.

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Oct 22, 2001

All leaders should be prepared to intensify their efforts to resolve remaining outstanding issues.

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Oct 22, 2001

I hope all paramilitary groups in Northern Ireland will build on today's events, striving to achieve the total disarmament called for by the Good Friday agreement.

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Oct 22, 2001

This act of decommissioning will, I hope, lead to the full functioning of the political institutions of the Good Friday agreement.

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Oct 22, 2001

I warmly welcome the announcement by the Chairman of the Independent International Commission on Decommissioning, General John de Chastelain, that a significant act of decommissioning has been carried out by the IRA and verified by the…

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Oct 21, 2001

I have authorized transfers from the Emergency Response Fund totaling $1.7 billion for emergency recovery and response and national security activities.

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Oct 21, 2001

I urge the Congress to enact these crucial resources without delay.

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Oct 20, 2001

We categorically reject and resolutely condemn terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.

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Oct 20, 2001

Leaders unequivocally condemn in the strongest terms the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001.

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