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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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Jul 18, 1989

I have reviewed the activities of the United States Government departments and agencies during the calendar year 1988 related to preventing nuclear proliferation.

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Jul 18, 1989

This action violates section 202 of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Reaffirmation Act of 1987.

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Jul 18, 1989

The bill would violate the limits set forth in the Bipartisan Budget Agreement.

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Jul 18, 1989

The President's request is part of a $12 billion phaseout program designed to return responsibility for sewage treatment funding to States and localities.

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Jul 18, 1989

This is a result of the Subcommittee's reliance on higher-cost new construction programs instead of lower-cost housing vouchers proposed in the President's Budget.

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Jul 18, 1989

I am proud to nominate Dr. Nicolas Miklos Salgo for this important position.

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Jul 18, 1989

I am proud to announce my intention to nominate Clifford R. Oviatt, Jr., to be a member of the National Labor Relations Board.

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Jul 17, 1989

Our joy at what is now happening is more powerful than memory.

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Jul 17, 1989

The Constitution grants to the President, not Congress, the executive power to manage the day-to-day operations of the Executive branch.

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Jul 16, 1989

We hope that the House will reevaluate the funding proposals in the Committee bill and work with the Administration to arrive at a more appropriate distribution of our scarce resources.

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