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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Jun 20, 1989

I do believe from the bottom of my heart that Marshall will make a great Governor of the Commonwealth.

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Jun 20, 1989

I intend to nominate Victor Stello, Jr., to be an Assistant Secretary of Energy.

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Jun 20, 1989

And we've asked for nearly $200 million in new funding for acquisitions under the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

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Jun 20, 1989

Resolving the disputes through negotiation rather than litigation was accomplished due to the diligent, good-faith efforts of all parties involved.

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Jun 20, 1989

We will also strive to ensure that all responsible parties make appropriate contributions to a settlement.

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Jun 19, 1989

Sections of the bill violate the constitutional requirement that legislation go through a process of bicameral passage and presentation to the President before becoming law.

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Jun 19, 1989

This effort coincides with the President's strong view, expressed to Congressional leaders in April, that the tendency toward legislative micromanagement should be rolled back.

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Jun 19, 1989

The United States hopes that the current tragedy in China [can] be brought to a peaceful end and that dialog will replace the atmosphere of suspicion and reprisal.

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Jun 19, 1989

The task of making substantial changes to legislation first enacted in 1961, and amended annually thereafter, has been an enormous undertaking and one that was long overdue.

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Jun 19, 1989

But off the court, people see the kinder, gentler side of the Detroit Pistons.

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Jun 19, 1989

Frank G. Wisner will continue to serve as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Arab Republic of Egypt.

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