Bush Calls Footsteps of Ben Franklin a Tough Act to Follow

The Record, Bergen County, NJ › February 22, 2005

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BRUSSELS, Belgium - Fully aware that many Europeans have disagreed with him on Iraq and other issues, President Bush was quick on Monday to acknowledge his low popularity ratings.

"You know, on this journey to Europe, I follow in some large footsteps," Bush said at the beginning of his speech that addressed hotspots around the world. "More than two centuries ago, Benjamin Franklin arrived on this continent to great acclaim."

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Bush Calls Footsteps of Ben Franklin a Tough Act to Follow

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