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“President Bush said yesterday that it was appropriate for the White House to invoke Supreme Court nominee Harriet Miers's religion in making the case for her to skeptical conservatives, triggering a debate over what role, if any, her evangelical faith should play in the confirmation battle.”

Quote by Peter Baker

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Peter Baker
Peter Baker

Peter Baker (born 1967) is an American journalist and author, currently serving as the chief White House correspondent for The New York Times. He is known for his in-depth coverage of U.S. presidential politics and foreign policy, having previously worked for The Washington Post for nearly two decades. Baker has written or co-written several books on American politics and history, including "Obama: The Call of History" and "The White House at War." His reporting and books have won multiple awards, and he is regarded as a significant voice in contemporary American political journalism. more

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