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Quote by George W. Bush

“Part of the faith walk is to understand your weaknesses and is to constantly try to embetter yourself and get closer to the Lord.”

Quote by George W. Bush

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George W. Bush served as the 43rd President of the United States, born on July 6, 1946. His presidency was marked by significant events such as the September 11 attacks and the Iraq War. Bush's political career and governance philosophy have been widely discussed and debated. more

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