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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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Sep 13, 1989

By virtue of the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States, I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Agriculture the authority to release up to 2 million metric tons of wheat from the reserve.

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Sep 13, 1989

You deserve fair wages, America deserves a system that attracts the best in the land.

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Sep 13, 1989

Our government works because it is made up of people who try to make their lives count.

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Sep 13, 1989

This new aid brings to $108.4 million the total of U.S. food/commodity assistance.

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Sep 13, 1989

It is intended that the food aid will support long-term reform of the Polish agricultural system by providing much needed commodities during a transitional period toward a market economy.

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Sep 13, 1989

I am pleased to announce today that the United States will offer to provide additional food and commodity aid to the Polish people.

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Sep 13, 1989

I'm proud to be leading a government served by the likes of you.

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Sep 12, 1989

I am determined to do everything in my power to assist and to help keep black colleges strong.

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Sep 12, 1989

I'm delighted that you all could be with us, particularly these two Secretaries and our distinguished Members of Congress.

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