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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Dec 26, 1989

I will not have that, because I believe we should keep a ready force that is able to defend American interests and American lives around the world.

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Dec 26, 1989

At home, more Americans are accepting the challenge to get involved in volunteer projects to assist the needy.

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Dec 26, 1989

I hope that Romania will now move along a peaceful path of democratic change.

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Dec 26, 1989

I pledge U.S. support and assistance as Romania meets these challenges during the difficult transition ahead.

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Dec 26, 1989

They share the view that it is in the vital interest of both countries to broaden the foundations of their common future in the academic sphere and among the new generation of political leaders.

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Dec 26, 1989

Each automatic spending increase that would, but for the provisions of the Act, take effect during fiscal year 1990 is permanently sequestered or reduced as provided in section 252 of the Act and section 11002 of OBRA.

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Dec 26, 1989

For accounts making payments otherwise required by substantive law, the head of each department or agency is directed to modify the calculation of each such payment to the extent necessary to reduce the estimate of total required payments…

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Dec 26, 1989

The following are sequestered as provided in section 252 of the Act and section 11002 of OBRA: new budget authority; unobligated balances; new loan guarantee commitments or limitations; new direct loan obligations, commitments, or…

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Dec 26, 1989

But I must say that it's not going to be solved at the Federal level alone.

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Dec 26, 1989

I hereby order that the following actions be taken to implement the sequestrations and reductions determined by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget as set forth in his report dated December 27, 1989.

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