Matching our Nation's Economic Course
to Our Current Realities
Former Vice President Al Gore
Delivered at The Brookings Institution
November 2, 2002

Introduction:
"Good morning. I want to thank Bob Litan, Strobe Talbott, and everyone here at the Brookings Institution. In a time of so many challenges, the scholars here provide a service to our nation by honestly examining our government's policies and sharing your best analysis, and I thank you for your leadership."

Last week, I spoke about the relationship between the proposed war on Iraq and the war on terrorism.
When I spoke in San Francisco, I outlined my disagreements with some of the ways President Bush is pursuing a war against Iraq. But whether you agree or disagree with President Bush's approach, all Americans should acknowledge that when he feels strongly about an issue, the President can be focused and determined . . .

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