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George H.W. Bush: And so, Madam Prime Minister, you've described your time among the roses and the cool shade of the gardens as 'the…

On the recordJune 5, 1989
And so, Madam Prime Minister, you've described your time among the roses and the cool shade of the gardens as 'the happiest hours of my life.'
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto of Pakistan

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