Aug 18, 1991
The West is not going to retreat from its principles of reform, openness, commitment to democracy.
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.
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Aug 18, 1991
And we will take a calm approach to it, but a firm stand based on principle.
Aug 18, 1991
I think throwing him out in this manner is counterproductive, totally.
Aug 18, 1991
Let me make a few comments about these momentous and stunning events.
Aug 18, 1991
The irreversibility of the democratic process in Eastern Europe was emphasized.
Aug 18, 1991
This move was extra-constitutional, outside of the constitutional provisions for governmental change.
Aug 18, 1991
The people's commitment to reform and democracy and openness is very profound.
Aug 18, 1991
The taste of democracy is such that people aren't going to regurgitate it, that they want it to go forward.
Aug 18, 1991
I wouldn't go forward with aid or assistance when you have this kind of extra-constitutional action taken by a handful of people backed up by the military.
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