George H.W. Bush: “I've learned not to comment on matters that I have not seen verified.”

On the recordJanuary 16, 1990

I've learned not to comment on matters that I have not seen verified.

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Republican · Texas

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Remarks and an Exchange With Reporters Prior to a Meeting With Federal Law Enforcement Officials

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