Political Quotes

George H.W. Bush

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George H.W. Bush was the 41st President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1989, to January 20, 1993. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1989. Bush was a World War II veteran and served in various roles within the U.S. government, including as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 1976 to 1977. His presidency is noted for significant events such as the Gulf War and the fall of the Berlin Wall, as well as his efforts in foreign policy and international diplomacy.

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Apr 26, 1990

It means working at the Federal and State levels to develop ways to liberate people from dependency on government, not bind them to it.

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Apr 26, 1990

I've often said that from now on any definition of a successful life must include serving others.

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Apr 26, 1990

To all the Coors employees: Thank you for opening your hearts to your communities.

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Apr 26, 1990

I will give that legislation a stamp of my own: I will give it the veto stamp because I am not going to accept highly centralized standards.

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Apr 26, 1990

Edward E. Allison will serve as Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Avenue Development Corporation.

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Apr 26, 1990

I believe that multilateral negotiations in GATT are the most promising route for creating new opportunities for American industry and agriculture and strengthening the global trading system.

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Apr 26, 1990

Let there be no mistake. This administration is committed to free and fair trade.

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Apr 25, 1990

Without the $7,000,000, UNRWA would be forced to cut essential services to the refugees.

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Apr 25, 1990

I intend to suspend indefinitely Liberia from its status as a GSP beneficiary for failure to comply with section 502(b)(7) of the 1974 Act concerning internationally recognized worker rights.

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Apr 25, 1990

I have decided to terminate the reviews of Costa Rica and Uruguay without prejudice.

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