"The State of the Union may look rosy from the White House balcony or the suites of George Bush's wealthiest donors. But hardworking Americans will see through this president's efforts to wrap his radical agenda with a compassionate ribbon."

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Source: Democrats lambast Bush speech by Mark Oliver, www.theguardian.com. January 21, 2004.

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Howard Dean

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Howard Dean is a former governor of Vermont and a prominent figure in American politics known for his progressive leadership and grassroots activism.

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