I said when I nominated Clarence Thomas that this man is a fiercely independent thinker, with an excellent legal mind, who believes passionately in equal opportunity for all Americans.
George Bush
The Public Record
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.
Clarence Thomas comes to the Supreme Court having worked in the private sector, having served in State government and in every branch of Federal Government.
The Department of Commerce has continued to administer the system of export controls, including antiboycott provisions, contained in the Export Administration Regulations.
I declared a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to deal with the threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.
If the Administration's amendments are adopted, the Administration would support S. 596.
We continued to address the threat to the national security and foreign policy interests of the United States posed by the spread of weapons of mass destruction.
The potential total Federal exposure for fines and penalties related to this situation could range up to about $5 billion per year.





