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George H.W. Bush: “Ages of experience have taught humanity that the commitment of a husband and wife to love and to serve one another…”

On the recordFebruary 23, 2004
Ages of experience have taught humanity that the commitment of a husband and wife to love and to serve one another promotes the welfare of children and the stability of society.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

President Bush declared his support for a constitutional amendment banning gay marriage, emphasizing the importance of traditional marriage for societal stability.

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