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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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Jun 24, 1992

Although the 1942 explosion at Port Chicago was a tragedy, the Administration believes that other national memorials already commemorate World War II veterans.

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Jun 24, 1992

Whether it's public, private, or religious, parents, not governments, will choose their children's schools.

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Jun 24, 1992

I just want to use this office to encourage the Congress to move and move fast and settle this matter once and for all.

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Jun 24, 1992

The deferrals affect Funds Appropriated to the President and the Department of Agriculture.

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Jun 24, 1992

Let's take credit for that change and take that case to the American people.

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Jun 24, 1992

I urge the House and Senate to act to end this strike today; the national interest requires no less.

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Jun 24, 1992

The National Park Service has not studied this site to determine its national significance or its suitability for designation as a unit of the National Park System.

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Jun 24, 1992

I know where I'm headed, and I aim, with your help and with the help of the Congress, to lead America along to a future of good jobs.

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Jun 24, 1992

Every American should have the opportunity for a first-class education.

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Jun 24, 1992

I believe that Government should work for the people, not the other way around.

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Jun 23, 1992

Agreement June 23, 1992 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-265; 16 U.S.C. 1801, et seq.), I transmit herewith an Agreement between the…

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Jun 23, 1992

Different reaction from different Members of Congress, I'm told. Thank you very much for your interest. Note: The President spoke at 11:54 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House, following a meeting with Secretary of Transportation…

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Jun 23, 1992

I feel I cannot tell the American people that I think it will be resolved through negotiation as it should be. So I just think it's important to get in focus the fact that if there is a strike, it ought to be quickly solved by legislation.

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Jun 23, 1992

You've got several different entities, is a part of the problem here. Some seem to think that it can be avoided, and others think not.

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Jun 23, 1992

Yes it could. It could adversely affect the workers in this country, and it could adversely affect a lot of things, depending, obviously, how long it goes on.

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Jun 23, 1992

Well, I'd leave the technical questions to the Secretary. He's tried to avoid shutdowns in every way, and he's gone the extra mile. A lot of people have been cooperative, he tells me. So it's not a one-sided picture here. But the bottom…

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Jun 23, 1992

It could be done in a day. I mean yes, it's happened before. The last two times, I believe it was just one day. Secretary Card. Seventeen hours.

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Jun 23, 1992

Well, they know our views; we've expressed it. But we were just talking about that. I might well do that. But if that would help, I'll do it.

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Jun 23, 1992

I have no idea of that. This is not a political matter. This is a matter of the national good and what's best for the American people. And what's best for the American people is to avoid a strike. But if a strike takes place, or a lockout…

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