George Bush actually said...

And we will take a calm approach to it, but a firm stand based on principle.

Remarks and an Exchange With Reporters in Kennebunkport, Maine, on the Attempted Coup in the Soviet Union

08/18/1991

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I'm going to roll up my sleeves and do what is right for the American people, and I don't care what the polls say.

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We've been in constant touch with our allies, yes.

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