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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Mar 19, 1989

The U.N. can be a force for peace, a forum for resolving conflict.

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Mar 19, 1989

I accept your instruction and will certainly proceed to continue to keep it there.

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Mar 16, 1989

I intend to nominate Jeffrey Neil Shane to be Assistant Secretary of Transportation.

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Mar 16, 1989

It is not helpful to the foreign policy objectives to have divided voices.

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Mar 16, 1989

Americans do not have to be Irish to treasure Ireland's contributions or to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

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Mar 16, 1989

I think HHS, working with others, have done a good job on this.

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Mar 16, 1989

I want to see something worked out where America speaks with one voice.

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