Saddam Hussein: You can moderate [a debate between Bush and Hussein].
Dan Rather: With respect, Mr. President, I've got enough problems already.
Hussein: The responsibility of displaying the truth as an outstanding man of the media, to carry out this responsibility is something that-- of course you will do that.
Rather: I appreciate your confidence--- Mr. President. I'm pausing because I'm tempted to ask a favor of the president. He has surprised me. I wonder for my good health if he could denounce me? [Laughter]
Hussein: Denounce you?
Rather: Yes.
Rest of Interview

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