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What does it mean?
Bush accuses opponents of obstructing a bill to harm troops, urging them to show leadership instead.
In plain terms
Don't block a bill over minor points; solve the problem to help soldiers.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize solutions over partisan obstruction.

Where it applies

  • legislative debate
  • public campaign
  • policy voting

Putting it to work

  • pass legislation
  • support troops
  • reduce obstruction

Questions to consider

  • What defines leadership in policy?
  • How to support troops effectively?

Another view

Framing opposition as fear-mongering simplifies complex policy disagreements.

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