Political Quotes

George Bush

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George H.W. Bush was the 41st President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1989, to January 20, 1993. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1989. Bush was a World War II veteran and served in various roles within the U.S. government, including as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 1976 to 1977. His presidency is noted for significant events such as the Gulf War and the fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as his efforts in foreign policy and international diplomacy.

Mar 8, 1992

Welfare must never be what Franklin Delano Roosevelt warned it might become, 'a subtle destroyer of the spirit.'

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Mar 8, 1992

I think we'll do it, plus better education, fighting against crime by trying to get some reasonable crime bill passed.

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Mar 6, 1992

I think Americans like a political battle, but I think they expect their President to express some of these fundamental values.

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Mar 6, 1992

I have a constitutional responsibility to keep this country strong, and I'm going to do it.

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Mar 5, 1992

Let them drone on about what's wrong in America. We know what is right about this country.

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Mar 5, 1992

We are in a battle for our future, and I am determined that America should leave young people like you the best possible legacy.

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Mar 5, 1992

You can keep that quarter in exchange for $100 billion in new taxes.

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