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President Signs Iraq Resolution
President George W. Bush looks toward Senator Jesse Helms after signing the H.J. Resolution 114 authorizing the use of force against Iraq in the East Room Wednesday, Oct. 16. "I thank the Congress for a thorough debate and an overwhelming statement of support. The broad resolve of our government is now clear to all, clear to everyone to see: We will defend our nation, and lead others in defending the peace," said President Bush. White House photo by Paul Morse.
President George W. Bush looks toward Senator Jesse Helms after signing the H.J. Resolution 114 authorizing the use of force against Iraq in the East Room Wednesday, Oct. 16. "I thank the Congress for a thorough debate and an overwhelming statement of support. The broad resolve of our government is now clear to all, clear to everyone to see: We will defend our nation, and lead others in defending the peace," said President Bush. White House photo by Paul Morse. Full Story
Accompanied by a bipartisan group of legislators, President George W. Bush signs H.J. Resolution 114 authorizing the use of force against Iraq in the East Room Wednesday, Oct. 16. "The resolution I'm about to sign symbolizes the united purpose of our nation, expresses the considered judgment of the Congress, and marks an important event in the life of America," said President Bush. Standing next to the President are Secretary of State Colin Powell, center, and Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, right. White House photo by Paul Morse.
President George W. Bush looks toward Senator Jesse Helms after signing the H.J. Resolution 114 authorizing the use of force against Iraq in the East Room Wednesday, Oct. 16. "I thank the Congress for a thorough debate and an overwhelming statement of support. The broad resolve of our government is now clear to all, clear to everyone to see: We will defend our nation, and lead others in defending the peace," said President Bush. White House photo by Paul Morse.
President George W. Bush meets with the Prime Minister Ariel Sharon of Israel at the White House, Wednesday, Oct. 16. White House photo by Paul Morse.

 
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