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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Oct 22, 1992

Our action here exemplifies our commitment to wildlife conservation around the world.

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Oct 22, 1992

I urge every American to observe this week by wearing or displaying the red ribbon as a sign of his or her commitment to a healthy, drug-free life-style.

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Oct 22, 1992

It pains me beyond words to say we may never know what happened to each and every American, but we will spare no effort to learn the truth.

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Oct 21, 1992

You know, it's like taking the manager of the team that finished last in the Little League and saying, you go up and manage the Atlanta Braves. It doesn't work that way when you want to be President of the United States. Governor Clinton…

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Oct 21, 1992

Sorry about that--50th in spending on criminal justice; 50th in spending on police protection; 49th in percentage of adults with a high school diploma; 48th in spending on corrections; 46th on teachers' salaries---- Audience members…

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Oct 21, 1992

The American dream is still alive. And let me say in conclusion, the longer I am in this White House the more I understand what it means to say we are one Nation under God. Don't you ever forget it. So with faith and with your support, we…

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Oct 21, 1992

We are the United States, the most respected nation on the face of the Earth.

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Oct 21, 1992

You know, it's a sad thing in this country when doctors are afraid to deliver babies.

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Oct 21, 1992

You saw it when Governor Florio came in here, working with that legislature.

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Oct 21, 1992

This marvelous crowd convinces me that I will be reelected for 4 more years in 12 days from now.

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Oct 21, 1992

We are suing each other too much in this country and caring for each other too little.

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Oct 21, 1992

I determined that we were going to kick him out of Kuwait, and we did.

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Oct 20, 1992

Thank you very much. God bless you all. Note: The President spoke at 8:20 p.m. beside the Spirit of America train. In his remarks, he referred to Barry Wynn, master of ceremonies.

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Oct 20, 1992

----I think the country saw a vast difference there, a difference in principle, a difference in philosophy, a difference in experience, a vast difference in character. I ask for your support on the basis of all of those. You know, for 11…

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Oct 20, 1992

Four more! That's what we need to get this job done. Audience members. Four more years! Four more years! Four more years!

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Oct 20, 1992

Thank you so much. Thank you all. Great rally. Thank you, Gainesville. Thank you, Georgia. Thank you, the United States of America. We are going to win this election. Thank you so much. All aboard! Note: The President spoke at 2:25 p.m. on…

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Oct 20, 1992

Four more! My concern about Governor Clinton is there is a pattern of deception. It flip-flops. It's on the right-to-work laws. It's on free trade. It was on the war itself. It was on term limits. You cannot be all things to all people…

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