Political Quotes

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 16, 1992

It is necessary to start work without delay to develop the concept of the GPS.

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Jun 16, 1992

I pledge to you to make my commitment to make that vision I've outlined a reality.

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Jun 16, 1992

These are the twin pillars of strong, loving families and stable, caring communities, and the very future of our Nation begs that we offer them our respect and support.

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Jun 16, 1992

We want to be at your side as you complete the democratic experiment and as you move your great country forward.

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Jun 16, 1992

May God bless your country, and may God bless the United States of America, too.

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Jun 16, 1992

Our support for Russia is unshakable because it is in our interest.

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Jun 16, 1992

A good father may be rich or poor, worldly or simple, but in every case he is determined to look after the safety and well-being of his children, as well as their physical, emotional, and spiritual development.

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Jun 16, 1992

The American people want to get something done about this deficit.

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Jun 16, 1992

The standards of judicial review should be limited to determining whether the Director's decisions were 'arbitrary or capricious.'

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Jun 16, 1992

Yesterday was indeed an historic day, and I was proud to be at his side as we carved out a whole new approach to arms reduction.

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Jun 16, 1992

It is now within our power to alter forever our relationship so that it becomes the greatest force for peace.

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Jun 16, 1992

Parenthood is, from its most fundamental level, oriented by nature toward partnership and union.

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Jun 16, 1992

The Director should have broader cease-and-desist and civil penalty authority.

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Jun 16, 1992

It is my view that the 'FREEDOM Support Act' will benefit the United States of America and will benefit world peace and will benefit democracy and freedom.

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Jun 16, 1992

Private sector participation in the economies of Russia and the other states, especially involvement by American business, is critical to the success of Russia's bold venture into free markets.

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Jun 16, 1992

The successful conversion of resources no longer needed for defense is in the long-term economic and national security interests of their peoples.

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Jun 16, 1992

The case for this 'FREEDOM Support Act' is so overriding that I am confident that we can lay the politics aside and get this passed.

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Jun 16, 1992

American businesses, by investing in trading with Russia, are going to create thousands of jobs here at home.

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Jun 16, 1992

I urge all Americans to observe that day with appropriate activities, including prayer in their homes and places of worship, as a mark of abiding appreciation and respect for their fathers.

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Jun 16, 1992

I intend to nominate Ruth A. Davis, of Georgia, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador of the United States of America to the Republic of Benin.

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Jun 16, 1992

Without general regulatory authority, S. 2733 does not provide sufficient regulatory flexibility to react to unforeseen conditions.

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