George W. Bush Quotes About War

• The war in Iraq is a rare opportunity to move toward an historic period of cooperation. Out of these troubled times a new world order can emerge.

  George W. Bush

  War, Moving, Opportunity

• War crimes will be prosecuted. War criminals will be punished. And it will be no defense to say, 'I was just following orders.'

  George W. Bush

  War, Order, Criminals

  Address to the Nation -- Ultimatum to Saddam Hussein, delivered 17 March 2003 from the Cross Hall at the White House

• One of the hardest parts of my job is to connect Iraq to the war on terror.

  George W. Bush

  Jobs, War, Iraq

  Interview with Katie Couric, www.cbsnews.com. September 6, 2006.

• I just want you to know that, when we talk about war, we're really talking about peace.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, Stupid

  Speech at Department of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, D.C., June 18, 2002.

• I don't want some mom whose son may have recently died to see the commander in chief playing golf. I feel I owe it to the families to be in solidarity as best as I can with them. And I think playing golf during a war just sends the wrong signal.

  George W. Bush

  Mom, War, Golf

  "Iraq Prompts President Bush to Give Up Golf". www.npr.org. May 16, 2008.

• War has been waged against us by stealth and deceit and murder. This nation is peaceful, but fierce when stirred to anger. This conflict was begun on the timing and terms of others. It will end in a way, and at an hour, of our choosing.

  George W. Bush

  War, Peaceful, September 11

  Remarks at the National Day of Prayer & Remembrance Service, delivered 14 September 2001, Episcopal National Cathedral

• We know that dictators are quick to choose aggression, while free nations strive to resolve differences in peace.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, Differences

  United Nations General Assembly Address, delivered 21 September 2004, New York, NY

• The war on terror involves Saddam Hussein because of the nature of Saddam Hussein, the history of Saddam Hussein, and his willingness to terrorize himself.

  George W. Bush

  War, Hussein, Funny Bush

  "Jerry Springer, Ann Coulter Debate War With Iraq, Domestic Policy". "CNN Crossfire", www.cnn.com. January 31, 2003.

• Ours is a war not against a religion, not against the Muslim faith. But ours is a war against individuals who absolutely hate what America stands for, and hate the freedom of the Czech Republic. And therefore, we must work together to defend ourselves. And by remaining strong and united and tough, we'll prevail.

  George W. Bush

  Strong, Hate, War

• If we don't stop extending our troops all around the world in nation-building missions, we're going to have a serious problem coming down the road.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, World

• We are not at war with the Afghani people, and we are not at war with Islam, which most Americans respect as a religion of peace.

  George W. Bush

  War, People, Islam

• We salute our veterans of Pearl Harbor and World War II, whose sacrifices saved democracy during a dark hour. In their memory, a new generation of our Armed Forces goes forward against new enemies in a new era. Once again, we pledge to defend freedom, secure our homeland, and advance peace around the world. Americans have been tested before, and our Nation will triumph again.

  George W. Bush

  Memories, War, Dark

• I think war is a dangerous place.

  George W. Bush

  Funny, Peace, War

  "Bush praises Spain for war effort". www.cnn.com. May 8, 2003.

• This is a war between good and evil. And we have made it clear to the world that we will stand strong on the side of good, and we expect other nations to join us. This is not a war between our world and their world. It is a war to save the world.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, Strong, War

  George W. Bush's address to State Department Employees in Washington, D.C., georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov. October 4, 2001.

• It's important to listen to the words of the enemy if you're in war.

  George W. Bush

  War, Enemy, Important

  Speech at a Georgia rally, www.nytimes.com. October 31, 2006.

• I've been to war. I've raised twins. If I had a choice, I'd rather go to war.

  George W. Bush

  War, Choices, Twins

  "Bush Twins Are at It Again". www.foxnews.com. June 28, 2002.

• We're taking action against evil people. Because this great nation of many religions understands, our war is not against Islam, or against faith practiced by the Muslim people. Our war is a war against evil. This is clearly a case of good versus evil, and make no mistake about it - good will prevail.

  George W. Bush

  War, Mistake, Inspiration

  "Former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Richard Myers reacts to ISIS plan". www.foxnews.com. February 23, 2015.

• I have assured His Majesty that our war is against evil, not against Islam. There are thousands of Muslims who proudly call themselves Americans, and they know what I know - that the Muslim faith is based upon peace and love and compassion. The exact opposite of the teachings of the al Qaeda organization, which is based upon evil and hate and destruction.

  George W. Bush

  Hate, War, Teaching

  "America's New War: President Bush Meets in Oval Office with King of Jordan". "CNN Live Event/Special", www.cnn.com. September 28, 2001.

• I've made it clear, Madam President, that the war against terrorism is not a war against Muslims, nor is it a war against Arabs. It's a war against evil people who conduct crimes against innocent people.

  George W. Bush

  War, Inspiration, Evil People

  "President Building Worldwide Campaign Against Terrorism". Remarks in a Photo Opportunity, The Oval Office, georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov. September 19, 2001.

• Victory means exit strategy. And it's important for the president to explain to us what the exit strategy is.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, Mean

  "Sen. John McCain Praises Bush's Address". "Hannity & Colmes" with Alan Colmes, www.foxnews.com. June 28, 2005.

• ...the role of the military is to fight and win war and, therefore, prevent war from happening in the first place.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, Military, War

  George W. Bush at the first presidential debate at the University of Massachusetts in Boston, Massachusetts, www.debates.org. October 3, 2000.

• Evil men, obsessed with ambition and unburdened by conscience, must be taken very seriously - and we must stop them before their crimes can multiply.

  George W. Bush

  War, Taken, Ambition

  "Bush: Islamic Radicalism Doomed to Fail". edition.cnn.com. October 06, 2005.

• Our nation is somewhat sad, but we're angry. There's a certain level of blood lust, but we won't let it drive our reaction. We're steady, clear-eyed and patient, but pretty soon we'll have to start displaying scalps.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, Blood

• These people are trying to shake the will of the Iraqi citizens, and they want us to leave...I think the world would be better off if we did leave.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, Thinking

  Remarks at Ask President Bush Event in Derry, New Hampshire, georgewbush-whitehouse.archives.gov. September 20, 2004.

• No, I know all the war rhetoric, but it's all aimed at achieving peace.

  George W. Bush

  Peace, War, Election

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