Yes I bet you are right.
So, she can say mistakes were made by everyone, by many presidential administrations, including the one she was involved in. That way, she can say that the Bush administration is the same as every other administration in that regard.
Mistakes were made.
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Yes, the use of passive voice is a very popular in DC. You hear it used often to evade responsibility or accountability.
Ever notice how they all claim to be associated with any semblance of success yet claim ignorance and detachment whenever there’s a failure or problem? Its all just a game to them.