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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Nov 30, 1989

This assistance is intended to allow the democratically elected government of the Philippines to restore order.

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Nov 30, 1989

I hope my meeting with Chairman Gorbachev means that fierce adversaries will never again clash on the field of battle.

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Nov 30, 1989

And so, thank you for that, for writing still-new pages in the history of America and of her Navy.

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Nov 30, 1989

Let us all beseech the blessing of Almighty God upon this great and noble undertaking.

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Nov 29, 1989

I am unpersuaded of the necessity for Title VIII of the Act, which establishes a statutory Inspector General at the CIA.

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Nov 29, 1989

I am withholding my approval of H.R. 2712, the 'Emergency Chinese Immigration Relief Act of 1989.'

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Nov 29, 1989

It has always been my view, and it is my policy as President, that the United States shall not return any person to a country where he or she faces persecution.

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