George Bush actually said...

The reduction in authorization would delay the new airbase for the 401st Tactical Fighter Wing at Crotone, Italy, and other critical European construction.

Context

Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 2461 - National Defense Authorization Act, Fiscal Year 1990

07/13/1989

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