George H.W. Bush
The Public Record
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.
The main ingredient in each person's success is individual initiative.
Our commitment to free and fair trade will enable us to ensure that our trading partners respect our right to compete in their marketplace, while they compete fairly in ours.
And if I could offer one piece of advice, it would be this: Strive for excellence in all things and don't accept mediocrity.
We agreed on the importance of supporting democracy and sustained growth and reform in the Philippines.
There is no greater peace than that which comes from prayer and no greater fellowship than to join in prayer with others.
The most powerful engine for economic development and growth -- in fact, the only engine that works -- is the entrepreneur, large and small.
All of us should not attempt to fulfill the responsibilities we now have without prayer and a strong faith in God.
Japan and the world can count on the United States to continue to work for peace, democracy, freedom, and justice around the world.





