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America was targeted for attack because we're the brightest beacon for freedom and opportunity in the world, and no one will keep that light from shining.

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George W. Bush
Age: 78
Born: 1946
Born: July 6
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The Iraqis needed to know that we weren't going to leave them alone. No matter how difficult it was, the United States would help them realize the universal desire to be free. Now of course, if you didn't believe in the universality of freedom, then of course, you wouldn't act. I care how they live and I believe a free Iraq will be transformative.
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