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Bush Commiserates With University Graduates (video)
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Bush Commiserates With University Graduates (video)
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In the final commencement address of his presidency, George W. Bush congratulated and commiserated with graduates of Texas A&M University. (Dec. 12)

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Friday, December 12, 2008
The Latest on Air America — The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Friday, December 12, 2008

Bush: "Popularity Is As Fleeting As The TX Wind"
Hotline On Call Part Deux — President Bush told graduates of Texas A&M; University today that they're not the only ones who might not know what comes next in life. And he had this bit of advice: "Develop a set of principles to live by, convictions and ideals to guide your course. Remember that popularity is as fleeting as the Texas wind. Character and conscience are as sturdy as the oaks on this campus. If you go home at night, look at the mirror and be satisfied that you have done what is right, you will pass the only test that matters."

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