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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Oct 18, 1989

David M.L. Lindahl will continue to serve as Director of the Office of Alcohol Fuels at the Department of Energy.

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Oct 18, 1989

The Department of Transportation has sufficient authority to ensure that airline operators are financially fit, and comply with U.S. citizenship requirements.

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Oct 18, 1989

The United States welcomes these new steps, undertaken peacefully and through parliamentary means.

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Oct 17, 1989

The President's policy has been flexible to account for changing circumstances; conditional to provide incentives for macroeconomic reform.

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Oct 17, 1989

This investment in education is vital if America is to remain the leader in a very, very competitive world.

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Oct 17, 1989

The President's policy has been flexible to account for changing circumstances.

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Oct 17, 1989

Today we celebrate dreams that you are making possible -- dreams that will keep America competitive, raise our standard of living, improve our quality of life.

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Oct 17, 1989

Thank you for your magnificent efforts on behalf of this nation and, indeed, the whole world.

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Oct 17, 1989

I do hereby proclaim the week beginning October 15, 1989, as National Awareness Week for Children with Cancer.

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