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 18, 1990

I am confident that these talks have enhanced our mutual understanding.

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Apr 18, 1990

I believe that President Mitterrand and I are very close together in our view of security arrangements for Europe.

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Apr 17, 1990

I intend to nominate Olin L. Greene, Jr., to be Administrator of the U.S. Fire Administration.

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Apr 17, 1990

I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to the convention and protocol and give its advice and consent to ratification.

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Apr 17, 1990

I am hereby transmitting classified and unclassified versions of a report on the military presence of the United States in East Asia.

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Apr 16, 1990

We believe that the democratic path of which you spoke in January will lead to great heights for Honduras and for all of Central America.

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Apr 16, 1990

The U.S. remains firmly committed to helping economic development in Honduras.

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Apr 16, 1990

We were deeply saddened to learn of the death of the Rev. Ralph David Abernathy.

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Apr 16, 1990

This is the commitment of the Runnin' Rebels for teaching grade schoolers basic reading skills and geography.

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Apr 16, 1990

Throughout, Rev. Abernathy was committed to the principle of nonviolence.

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