By DemocracyRules
From the Jerusalem press conference transcript, Olmert and Bush. Released Jan 9, 2008:
Olmert: "And the fact that [Iran] has certain technological capacities is a fact. And through this, it is capable of realizing that potential and creating nuclear weapons. And considering the nature of the government there and the type of threats that they are voicing, one cannot possibly disregard that power, and we must do everything possible to thwart them.
Of course, the United States will decide for itself just what steps to take. I can only say one thing, namely, my impression based on this conversation, as well as previous talks that we had -- and we talk quite frequently, apart from the face- to-face meetings -- my impression is that we have here a leader who is exceptionally determined, exceptionally loyal to the principles in which he believes. He has proven this throughout his term in office in his preparedness to take exceptional measures in order to defend the principles in which he believes, and in his deep commitment to the security of the state of Israel."
Actual transcripts are so much more informative and accurate than media-spun reports. Yes, there are many reasons to be proud of Bush and what he has accomplished.
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