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 9, 1989

We're going to keep going to win the fight against the scourge of drugs.

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Mar 9, 1989

The resilience of the State governments in the eighties vindicates, in my view, the wisdom of the Founding Fathers.

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Mar 8, 1989

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Dale Triber Tate to be an Assistant Secretary of Labor.

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Mar 8, 1989

We know that when a dream comes true it gives rise to even bigger and better dreams.

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Mar 8, 1989

The most pressing challenge is to manage the modernization of America's nuclear weapons production plants.

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Mar 8, 1989

I hereby extend the duration of that period to March 10, 1990.

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Mar 8, 1989

For America, it seems to me, means pride -- individually, culturally, racially.

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