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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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Oct 2, 1992

These types of federally mandated outcomes will discourage continued investment in new programs to the detriment of cable subscribers.

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Oct 2, 1992

These are good people, good, honorable, patriotic Americans, and they've had a bad leader.

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Oct 2, 1992

Our competitors in Europe would trade places with the United States in a minute.

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Oct 2, 1992

Although the proponents of S. 12 describe the bill as procompetitive, it simply is not.

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Oct 2, 1992

Contrary to the claims made by its proponents, this legislation will not reduce the price Americans pay for cable television service.

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Oct 2, 1992

I will not mess with Social Security, and I will not let Congress mess with Social Security.

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Oct 2, 1992

We've got too many crazy lawsuits, and it is time that we sue each other less and care for each other more in this country.

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Oct 1, 1992

Accordingly, I will construe this provision consistently with the demands of the Constitution.

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Oct 1, 1992

I have made record numbers of appointments of women and minorities to senior-level positions.

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Oct 1, 1992

We will continue to honor our pledge to get humanitarian relief to the people of Sarajevo and elsewhere in Bosnia.

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Oct 1, 1992

I am pleased that the Congress has provided funding for the Superconducting super collider (SSC).

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Oct 1, 1992

We must ensure that our forces are as safe and reliable as possible.

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Oct 1, 1992

History shows that what this troubled region needs is not more violence but peaceful change.

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Oct 1, 1992

This provision unwisely restricts the number and purpose of U.S. nuclear tests and will make future U.S. nuclear testing dependent on actions by another country, rather than on our own national security requirements.

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Oct 1, 1992

A line-item veto constitutional amendment would be the most effective mechanism for eliminating 'pork barrel' spending by the Congress.

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Oct 1, 1992

I am pleased to recognize the inaugural meeting of the Glass Ceiling Commission.

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Sep 30, 1992

Resumption of Nuclear Testing Talks September 30, 1992 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) Enclosed, pursuant to section 3140 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1992 and 1993 (Public Law 102-190; 105 Stat…

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