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George H.W. Bush: I urge the House and Senate to act to end this strike today; the national interest requires no less.

On the recordJune 24, 1992
I urge the House and Senate to act to end this strike today; the national interest requires no less.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks on the Railroad Strike and an Exchange With Reporters

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