Jun 1, 2004
In the short term, we will work with every government in the Middle East dedicated to destroying the terrorist networks. In the longer term, we will expect a higher standard of reform and democracy from our friends in the region.
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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May 31, 2004
I want a kinder and gentler nation. Like a thousand points of light in a broad and peaceful sky.
May 31, 2004
The naming of the new interim government brings us one step closer to realizing the dream of millions of Iraqis, a fully sovereign nation with a representative government that protects their rights and serves their needs.
May 31, 2004
Because I believe there will be more violence because there are still violent people who want to stop progress.
May 30, 2004
Markers on these hills record the names of more than 280,000 men and women. Each was once or still is the most important person in someone's life.
May 30, 2004
In places like Kabul and Kandahar and Mosul and Baghdad we have seen their decency and their brave spirit. Because of their fierce courage America is safer. Two terror regimes are gone forever and more than 50 million souls now live in…
May 27, 2004
Will the United Nations serve the purpose of its founding or will it be irrelevant?
May 27, 2004
Complete and full sovereignty to an Iraqi government that will be picked by Mr. Brahimi of the United Nations. He said give me full sovereignty. I said I mean full sovereignty.
May 27, 2004
The United Nations Security Council has not lived up to its responsibilities so we will rise to ours.
May 26, 2004
The president's plan to tighten the belt if he is reelected, a sneak peak at his plan.
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