“This war has killed 18 US service members, cost billions of taxpayer dollars, and displaced millions of civilians.”
“I’m pleased that my efforts will provide relief to the millions of Americans who’ve been squeezed by the surge in gas prices.”
“If the President wants to fix the problems at the pump, he should end this illegal war with Iran”
“The point is that tariffs contributed to inflation.”
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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 19, 2004

The lessons learned is continue to vet. And ask good questions.

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Dec 19, 2004

I was very pleased when he said yes. And I asked him to stay on because I understand the nature of the job of the secretary of defense, and I believe he's doing a really fine job.

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Dec 19, 2004

The president stands by his man, but will Capitol Hill follow his lead?

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Dec 19, 2004

He's a good, decent man. He's a caring fellow. You know, sometimes perhaps his demeanor is rough and gruff, but beneath that rough and gruff, no-nonsense demeanor is a good human being, who cares deeply about the military and deeply about…

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Dec 19, 2004

You are doing a superb job. You are a strong secretary of defense. And our nation owes you a debt of gratitude.

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Dec 19, 2004

When I asked the (UNINTELLIGIBLE) -- the secretary to stay on as secretary of defense, I was very pleased when he said yes. And I asked him to stay on because I understand the nature of the job of the secretary of defense, and I believe…

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Dec 19, 2004

I would call the results mixed, in terms of standing up Iraqi units who are willing to fight. There have been some cases where, when the heat got on, they left the battlefield. That's unacceptable.

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Dec 19, 2004

I have seen the anguish in his, or heard the anguish in his voice and seen his eyes when we talk about the danger in Iraq. You know, sometimes, perhaps, his demeanor is rough and gruff, but beneath that rough and gruff, no-nonsense…

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Dec 19, 2004

Secretary Rumsfeld has been the secretary during two wars. And he is -- he's an important part of my cabinet, and he'll stay in my cabinet.

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Dec 16, 2004

America's intelligence gathering will become more coordinated and effective.

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Dec 8, 2004

If I were a soldier overseas wanting to defend my country I'd want to ask the secretary of defense the same question and that is are we getting the best we can get us? And they deserve the best.

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