"To assume that Tony Blair, George Bush and Bertie Ahern are stupid because they are open is to miss a lot."

Ari Fleischer (1960)
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About Ari Fleischer

Ari Fleischer is an American media consultant and political aide who served as the White House Press Secretary for President George W. Bush from January 2001 to July 2003. He was known for his calm and composed demeanor during press briefings, even in the midst of challenging moments such as the September 11 attacks and the lead-up to the Iraq War. Fleischer played a key role in shaping the administration's public messaging and communicating with the media and the American people during a turbulent time in U.S. history.

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