Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 20, 1990
It was in the spirit of this relationship that the United States responded favorably to King Fahd's request that we send troops to the Kingdom.
Said by
George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Statement by Deputy Press Secretary Popadiuk on United States Military Assistance to Saudi Arabia

Share

More from George H.W. Bush

Jul 17, 2017

No other issue will have more lasting impact on the well-being of your families and your future.

congress.gov
Jan 17, 2017

Against the insidious wiles of foreign influence (I conjure you to believe me, fellow-citizens), the jealousy of a free people ought to be constantly awake, since history and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most…

congress.gov
Feb 28, 2017

The case for trade is not just monetary, but moral . . .. Trade freely with China, and time is on our side.

congress.gov
Feb 14, 2016

I understand Americans are angry and frustrated. But we do not need someone in the oval office who mirrors and inflames our anger and frustration.

transcripts.cnn.com

Other voices in this conversation