America, at its best, is a place where personal responsibility is valued and expected. Encouraging responsibility is not a search for scapegoats, it is a call to conscience. And though it requires sacrifice, it brings a deeper fulfillment. We find the fullness of life not only in options, but in commitments.

George W. Bush

First Inaugural Address of George W. Bush

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Personal responsibility

Speaker

George W. Bush

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First Inaugural Address of George W. Bush Presidential inaugural address

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Speech

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Political speech

Language

English

Time

2001 2000s 21st century

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American President National leader Politician

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United States

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Bush, George W. "First Inaugural Address." 20 Jan. 2001, West Front, US Capitol Building, Washington, DC, USA.

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