U.S. President George W. Bush talks to a guest as he walks past Vice President Dick Cheney (2nd R) after re-entering the East Room of the White House to say goodbye to staff and friends after his primetime address in Washington January 15, 2009. Bush on Thursday defended his actions to avert a collapse of the financial system and protect America from another terrorist attack as he mounted a farewell bid to polish his troubled legacy. Reuters Pictures 13 months ago

U.S. President George W. Bush talks to a guest as he walks past Vice President Dick Cheney (2nd R) after re-entering the East Room of the White House to say goodbye to staff and friends after his primetime address in Washington January 15, 2009. Bush on Thursday defended his actions to avert a collapse of the financial system and protect America from another terrorist attack as he mounted a farewell bid to polish his troubled legacy.

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