Political Quotes

On the recordJune 4, 2006
Marriage is the most fundamental institution of civilization and it should not be redefined by activist judges.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Bush supports a constitutional amendment to define marriage as a union of a man and a woman.

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