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President George W. Bush shakes hands with military members on Ellington Field, Texas, before assessing the damage from Hurricane Ike from the Marine 1 helicopter around the Gulf Coast, Sept. 16, 2008. Active duty, Reserve and Guard troops are assisting with the relief effort after the storm ravaged the region.

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President George W. Bush shakes hands with military members on Ellington Field, Texas, before assessing the damage from Hurricane Ike from the Marine 1 helicopter around the Gulf Coast, Sept. 16, 2008. Active duty, Reserve and Guard troops are assisting with the relief effort after the storm ravaged the region.

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