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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May 31, 1989

I am proud to nominate Morris Dempson Busby to be accorded the rank of Ambassador.

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May 31, 1989

We will spare no effort to achieve agreements that will reduce the risk of war and strengthen the foundations for peace.

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May 30, 1989

This would prevent the CPSC from making fully informed decisions regarding the effects of its action.

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May 30, 1989

For forty years, the world has waited for the cold war to end. And decade after decade, time after time, the flowering human spirit withered from the chill of conflict and oppression; and again, the world waited. But the passion for…

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May 11, 1989

The HTS is modified as provided in the annex to this proclamation.

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May 9, 1989

I urge all Americans to express their love and respect for their mothers and to reflect on the importance of motherhood to the well-being of our country.

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May 8, 1989

I believe strongly in separation of church and state, and so does the pastor; but we're not talking of that here.

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May 8, 1989

I want to see General Noriega do what I have just encouraged him to do.

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