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 13, 1989

I do hereby proclaim December 17, 1989, as Wright Brothers Day.

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Dec 13, 1989

For Christmas is measured not by what's beneath your tree but by what's inside your heart.

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Dec 13, 1989

The glad sound you hear is not only the bells of Christmas but also the bells of freedom.

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Dec 13, 1989

I announce my intention to nominate Donald Robert Quartel, Jr., to be a Federal Maritime Commissioner.

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Dec 12, 1989

Even in times of serious fiscal constraints, we can still meet our highest environmental priorities, and this is one of mine.

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Dec 12, 1989

It is with great pleasure that I sign into law H.R. 3611, the 'International Narcotics Control Act of 1989.'

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Dec 12, 1989

This important legislation will allow the Federal Government, in cooperation with the State of Florida, to acquire over 100,000 acres of valuable resource lands and restore those lands to their once-natural wetlands state.

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Dec 12, 1989

Today I am pleased to be signing into law H.R. 1727, the 'Everglades National Park Protection and Expansion Act of 1989.'

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Dec 12, 1989

I am very gratified to be signing this legislation just 1 short year later.

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Dec 12, 1989

We applaud the commitment, the dedication, and the goals expressed by the North American Plan.

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