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 24, 1990

You inspire me, you inspire my wife, and you inspire the country.

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Apr 24, 1990

Getting our fiscal house in order is crucial to our Nation's long-term economic health and prosperity.

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Apr 24, 1990

The physical findings were reviewed by the consultants and the diagnosis of exfoliation syndrome was confirmed with slightly increased intraocular pressure noted again in the left eye, one type of early glaucoma.

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Apr 24, 1990

I urge passage of The Legislative Line-Item Veto Act of 1989.

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Apr 24, 1990

A balanced budget amendment, properly drafted, is both necessary and appropriate to protect the interests of a group of citizens not now able to protect themselves.

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Apr 24, 1990

I am proposing an amendment to the Constitution to accomplish this.

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Apr 24, 1990

This amendment would address one of the most serious and intractable issues facing the Nation today -- the collapse of Federal fiscal discipline.

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Apr 24, 1990

I call upon all Americans to renew their determination to respond with speed and sensitivity to the needs of innocent crime victims and their families.

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Apr 24, 1990

I find that the modifications of the quantitative limitations that are hereinafter proclaimed give due consideration to the interests in the United States sugar market of domestic producers and materially affected contracting parties to…

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