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 15, 1989

The United States welcomes the announcement of the Hungarian Government's intention to begin discussions with the opposition as a first step to multiparty elections.

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Jun 15, 1989

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Henry S. Rowen to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense.

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Jun 15, 1989

You wanted to prove to people all over the country that somebody outside those States can play baseball.

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Jun 15, 1989

I do hereby proclaim the week beginning June 11, 1989, as National Scleroderma Awareness Week.

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Jun 15, 1989

You've proven there's also no place like Omaha and the College World Series.

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Jun 14, 1989

Each of you has a very special talent to make us see what you see, feel what you feel, hear what you have to say.

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Jun 14, 1989

New Federal support for child care should be targeted to families most in need.

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Jun 14, 1989

There already exists a separate, uniform, comprehensive, and no fault compensation scheme for military personnel.

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