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1. Holding Back

By Frances Romero Tuesday, Dec. 08, 2009
Former President George W. Bush speaks at the Economic Club of Southwestern Michigan. Bush was to discuss his presidency and life, as well as the economy and world events in his first speech since leaving office.

Bill Pugliano / Getty

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"He deserves my silence."

— George W. Bush, former President, refusing to criticize President Barack Obama during a speech in March, his first address since leaving office

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