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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 9, 2001

NATO nations are acting together in a broad campaign against terror.

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Oct 9, 2001

These terrorists are not 10 feet tall; they are not insuperable; they're not unvanquishable.

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Oct 9, 2001

Eventually, no corner of the world will be dark enough to hide in.

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Oct 9, 2001

This has never happened before, that NATO has come to help defend our country.

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Oct 8, 2001

It is likely that the American campaign against terrorism will be lengthy.

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Oct 8, 2001

We are responding to the brutal September 11 attacks on our territory, our citizens, and our way of life.

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Oct 8, 2001

I have made it clear that I appreciate his strong statements about America's efforts.

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Oct 8, 2001

The first shot of the new war of the 21st century was fired September the 11th.

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Oct 8, 2001

U.S. Armed Forces began combat action in Afghanistan against Al Qaida terrorists and their Taliban supporters.

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Oct 8, 2001

I want to thank the Chancellor for his solidarity with the American people.

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Oct 8, 2001

This military action is a part of our campaign against terrorism.

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Oct 8, 2001

I took it upon myself to notify the leadership of the Congress that I intend to protect our troops.

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Oct 8, 2001

It's been my honor to welcome a great friend of America to the Oval Office again.

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Oct 8, 2001

We will not share intelligence, nor will we talk about military plans that we may or may not have in the future.

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Oct 8, 2001

Executive Order 13045 of April 21, 1997, is amended by deleting in section 3–306 of that order 'for a period of 4 years from the first meeting' and inserting in lieu thereof 'for 6 years from the date of this order'.

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