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.
I welcome Senator Edwards on the ticket. The vice president called him early this morning to say, after the announcement was made, to say that he welcomes him to the race, and as do I. And I look forward to a good, spirited contest.
After all, we've been through a recession, a national emergency, a war, corporate scandals. And all of that means it's been a difficult period of time. Yet we're strong, we're getting stronger.
The historic achievement of democracy in the broader Middle East will be a victory shared by all.
We pledged to end a dangerous regime, to free the oppressed, and to restore sovereignty. We have kept our word.
And our job is to help the Iraqis stand up forces that are able to deal with these thugs.
Their bombs and attacks have not prevented Iraqi sovereignty, and they will not prevent Iraqi democracy.
I do believe the world is a safer and becoming a safer place. I know that a free Iraq is going to be necessary.
The killers know that Iraq is the central front in the war on terror.





