August 2005Just helping“Iraqis are working to build a free nation that contributes to peace and stability in the region, and we will help them succeed.” – George W Bush, US president. Weekly address. 27 August 2005.
Debating, discussing, shooting, bombing“Like our own nation's founders over two centuries ago, the Iraqis are grappling with difficult issues. What is important is that Iraq is addressing these issues through debate and discussion—not at the barrel of a gun.” – George W Bush, US president. Weekly address. 27 August 2005.
Connecting the dots“Democracy is unfolding. We cannot tolerate the status quo.” – George W Bush, US president. Talking to reporters while on vacation. 27 August 2005.
Autocratic democrat“She expressed her opinion. I disagree with it.” – George W Bush, US president. Talking to reporters while on vacation. 27 August 2005.
Exercising while others die in his wars“I think it's important for me to be thoughtful and sensitive to those who have got something to say. But I think it's also important for me to go on with my life, to keep a balanced life…and part of my being is to be outside exercising. So I'm mindful of what goes on around me. On the other hand, I'm also mindful that I've got a life to live and will do so” – George W Bush, US president. Defending his decision not to meet Cindy Sheehan, who wanted to ask him what purpose her son's death in Iraq had served. August 2005.
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