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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Jan 23, 1990

Once again, you are most welcome here in the White House, sir.

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Jan 23, 1990

I want to know what the American people think about these proposals before I weigh in on them.

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Jan 23, 1990

I share with them the hope that relations between our two nations will continue to prosper and grow.

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Jan 23, 1990

We reaffirm our strong belief that our diplomatic efforts with Egyptian and Israeli officials to develop a dialog between Israelis and Palestinians offer the best hope for moving the peace process forward.

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Jan 22, 1990

But people in this town refused to surrender to the drug plague.

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Jan 22, 1990

The Kansas City spirit, the real Kansas City spirit, always faces the same way -- forward to a brighter tomorrow, forward to the future ahead.

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Jan 22, 1990

Today I announced my intention to nominate John Wesley Bartlett.

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Jan 22, 1990

Punishment is necessary not only as a deterrent to future crimes but for its own sake -- which is to say, for the sake of justice.

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