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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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Aug 25, 1992

I sign this legislation based on my understanding that it applies only to appointments made after the date of enactment of the Act.

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Aug 25, 1992

The extension of MFN status to Albania could provide an impetus to Albania's faltering economy and help the country's difficult transition from a command economy to a free market.

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Aug 25, 1992

Today I am signing into law H.J. Res. 507, approving the extension of nondiscriminatory treatment to the Republic of Albania.

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Aug 24, 1992

I have determined that it is appropriate to extend GSP benefits to the former republics of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, other than Serbia and Montenegro.

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Aug 24, 1992

A madman with missiles and chemical weapons stood on the brink of a choke-hold on much of the world's energy supplies.

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Aug 24, 1992

This election is about that little girl, and all the kids in this crowd.

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Aug 24, 1992

I hereby determine that it is important to the national interest that up to $15,200,000 be made available from the U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund.

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Aug 24, 1992

I feel on me the obligation to every family of every single man or woman serving in the Armed Forces.

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Aug 24, 1992

The furnishing of defense articles and services to the Organization of African Unity will strengthen the security of the United States and promote world peace.

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Aug 24, 1992

This President will never allow a lone wolf to endanger the security of the United States of America.

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Aug 24, 1992

We must never forget you who put your lives on the line for freedom.

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Aug 23, 1992

The National Youth Apprenticeship program will cost $100 million per year beginning in FY 1994.

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Aug 23, 1992

This initiative will provide job opportunities for highly qualified personnel retiring from military service.

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Aug 23, 1992

I am proposing a comprehensive plan to expand and improve job training for non-college-bound youth.

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Aug 23, 1992

These changes create new opportunities; they also involve adjustments.

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Aug 23, 1992

This development inevitably involves redeploying resources, including human resources, from the defense to the civilian economy.

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Aug 23, 1992

The Youth Training Corps will provide economically and socially disadvantaged youth with intensive vocational training and workplace skills.

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Aug 23, 1992

These young Americans need to acquire the vocational training and workplace skills that will allow them to compete successfully in the job marketplace.

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Aug 23, 1992

Adult workers who lose their jobs need the training and skills that will allow them to adjust and adapt in a dynamic economy.

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Aug 22, 1992

So you tell the opposition we stand for family values. And the best evidence of this, standing right here with me today, is Barbara Bush, who does so much for literacy in this country. Audience members. Barbara! Barbara! Barbara!

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Aug 22, 1992

Very true. Elect these guys. I'm coming to them in just a minute. Let me just remind you, I hate to ruin a wonderful day like this, but let me remind you what Governor Clinton wants. Audience members. Boo-o-o!

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