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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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Nov 24, 2003

Some said Medicare reform could never be done. For the sake of our seniors, we've gotten something done. We're acting.

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Nov 20, 2003

Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair vowed to stand together on the fight on both fronts before the president left Britain.

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Nov 19, 2003

We will stay the course in Iraq and elsewhere against the war on terror.

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Nov 19, 2003

The spread of freedom and the hope it brings is the surest way in the long term to combat despair and anger and resentment that feeds terror.

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Nov 18, 2003

The evil is in plain sight. The danger only increases with denial.

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Nov 18, 2003

He called him a strong partner and a man of 'tough backbone' when times are tough.

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Nov 18, 2003

The U.S. and Britain have never been closer in their determination to defeat terrorism.

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Nov 18, 2003

The mutual respect and fellowship between our countries is deep and strong and permanent. Let us raise our glasses to our common ideals, to our enduring friendships, to the preservation of our liberties and to her majesty, the queen of the…

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Nov 18, 2003

It's not enough to meet the dangers of the world with resolutions. We must meet those dangers with resolve.

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