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Presidential Oral Histories / George W. Bush

The George W. Bush Presidential Oral History

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About the George W. Bush Presidential Oral History Project

Learn more about the Miller Center's George W. Bush Presidential Oral History Project

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Key excerpts

Selected quotes on topics such as Bush's entry into politics, his interpersonal skills, September 11th, the influence of Dick Cheney, bipartisanship, the war in Iraq, and more.

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Featured: Condoleezza Rice and Stephen Hadley

Condoleezza Rice and Stephen Hadley discuss national security challenges during the George W. Bush Administration

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Featured: Karl Rove

Among other topics, Rove offers insights on Bush’s leadership style, the 2000 Presidential campaign and the recount; the roles of super PACS and campaign strategy; and “compassionate conservatism."

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