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George H.W. Bush: But I think being pleasant is the way to do it and keeping your sights set on the major issues facing this country…

On the recordMarch 9, 1992
But I think being pleasant is the way to do it and keeping your sights set on the major issues facing this country, challenging the Congress to move. And incidentally, I get credit for a full press conference here because I was only going to make one statement. Making the 231st since I've been President. Ready access.
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George H.W. Bush
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