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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Sep 24, 1992

Talks aimed at arriving at a fair and permanent negotiated resolution of the Cyprus issue were successfully started during the period covered by this report.

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Sep 24, 1992

GSA has already submitted a proposal to Congress to utilize this land as part of a plan to consolidate the State Department's operations.

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Sep 24, 1992

His work experience has allowed him to travel over one million miles and has taken him to more than 70 foreign countries and every State in the Nation.

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Sep 24, 1992

Somebody ought to tell my opponent Americans do not retreat; we compete.

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Sep 24, 1992

The independent counsel statute is unnecessary to ensure that alleged misconduct by high-ranking Executive branch officials is appropriately investigated and prosecuted.

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Sep 24, 1992

We are continuing our efforts to address the threat to the national security and foreign policy interests of the United States posed by the spread of weapons of mass destruction and missile delivery systems.

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Sep 24, 1992

When it comes to keeping American business competitive, Government can facilitate; it should never dictate.

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Sep 24, 1992

The Commission would exercise significant Executive authority.

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Sep 24, 1992

Mr. Keller has served as Under Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism.

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Sep 24, 1992

Accordingly, this proposal would reduce the salary of the President, the Vice President, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives by a full 10 percent.

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Sep 24, 1992

In contrast, existing regulations protect the public interest, while enabling full recognition of park contributors and allowing appropriate special events within the National Park System.

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Sep 24, 1992

Winning the peace means managing dangerous materials more effectively.

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Sep 24, 1992

I learned that higher taxes and spending do not create jobs, they destroy jobs.

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Sep 24, 1992

It is therefore appropriate that those who lead the Government make a personal contribution -- toward reducing the deficit and as a symbol of our understanding of the concerns of so many Americans.

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Sep 24, 1992

The genius that will take our country forward is not found in the committee rooms and the bureaucratic beehives in Washington.

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Sep 24, 1992

I am pleased to transmit today for your immediate consideration and enactment the 'Federal Pay Reduction Act of 1992.'

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Sep 24, 1992

I hereby extend for an additional 2 years both the moratorium imposed by that section and all actions taken by me or my predecessor under that section on the issuance of certificates or permits to motor carriers.

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Sep 24, 1992

It's not a tax break for the rich, it's a jobs break for America.

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Sep 24, 1992

I am absolutely convinced that the young people...have an exceptionally bright future ahead.

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