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Bushies Work to Salvage Boss' Rep

Rove, Fleischer, Perino look to set the record straight, combat spin

By Gabriel Winant, Newser User

Posted Mar 11, 2009 1:25 PM CDT

(Newser) – Two months out of office, President Bush rarely warrants mention these days, but his old aides quietly work at rebuilding his reputation, reports Politico. “We’re invited to comment on the events of the day and along the way, we remind people that there... Read full story »

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Rove, Fleischer, Perino look to set the record straight, combat spin

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