“I think we can all unequivocally say in 2026, football is not going anywhere.”
“When giant corporations and Wall Street investors buy up all the fire truck manufacturers, it’s a threat to public safety.”
“I want to stop the spread. They are picking homes like you, and I pick tomatoes in the grocery store.”
“It is imperative that FEMA helps communities quickly respond to wildfires and increase their resilience to future wildfire disasters”
“They are picking houses the way you pick tomatoes at the grocery store.”
“Protecting and defending innocent life is and remains important to our Legislature, governor, attorney general and citizens.”

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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Aug 15, 1989

I expect that the number one issue in Miami -- the number one issue, indeed, across America -- is drugs and the violent crime they spawn.

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Aug 15, 1989

Electing Ileana Ros-Lehtinen to Congress is surely one of them.

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Aug 15, 1989

I am pleased to sign into law today H.R. 1860, a bill that will help assure that we have the best possible people conducting the 1990 census.

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Aug 15, 1989

Under these circumstances, it seems best for me to prevent H.J. Res. 390 from becoming a law by withholding my signature from it.

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Aug 15, 1989

Thank you, Ileana, and thank all of you for that warm welcome.

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Aug 14, 1989

I wouldn't be opposed to that, provided they were able to cooperate with us.

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Aug 14, 1989

On August 26, 1989, we will commemorate the 69th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution.

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Aug 14, 1989

The ratification of the 19th Amendment was a poignant reminder that the civil and political rights enshrined in our Constitution are the birthright of all.

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Aug 14, 1989

Your leadership is key to the Combined Federal Campaign, and your personal interest, visible support, and participation are essential to a successful 1989 Campaign.

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