George Bush actually said...

Under the Appointments Clause of the Constitution, article II, section 2, clause 2, congressional participation in such appointments may be exercised only through the Senate's advice and consent with respect to Presidential nominees.

Context

Statement on Signing the National and Community Service Act of 1990

11/15/1990

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