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George H.W. Bush: Well, I have over the last 3 or 4 years, yes. [Laughter] My modus operandi is to be pleasant with you people when you…

On the recordMarch 9, 1992
Well, I have over the last 3 or 4 years, yes. [Laughter] My modus operandi is to be pleasant with you people when you ask me irritating questions. And that isn't always easy. But I think you'll have to give me good marks for having done that, and I don't plan changing now.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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