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On the recordJune 24, 1991
I will not sign any bill, frankly, that handcuffs our law enforcement people, our police, and that demoralizes the law enforcement community.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Remarks at a Luncheon Meeting With Law Enforcement Officials

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