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 7, 1989

Poland and Hungary are experiencing truly historic and rapid change in which democratic forces for the first time since World War II are playing the leading role.

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Nov 7, 1989

Frank DeGeorge will continue to serve as Inspector General of the Department of Commerce.

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Nov 7, 1989

The United States stands firmly behind the Nicaraguan opposition's demands for fairness in the campaign.

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Nov 6, 1989

I spoke 10 months ago of a kinder and gentler America, and I'm more convinced today than ever that we can shed light in the dark corners of our nation and give hope to the homeless and help to the needy.

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Nov 6, 1989

This Administration places the highest priority on strengthening the enforcement of intellectual property rights in the Uruguay Round and in bilateral negotiations.

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Nov 4, 1989

Thank you for ensuring Andover's excellence, making one of America's oldest academies one of America's finest academies.

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Nov 2, 1989

I direct that executive branch officials implement the provisions of section 618 in a manner consistent with the Constitution.

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Nov 2, 1989

Virginia deserves a Governor who faces and makes hard choices, who says what he means and means what he says.

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