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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Nov 9, 2003

This collection of killers is trying to shake the will of America. and the civilized world. America will not be intimidated.

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Nov 5, 2003

The failure of Iraqi democracy would embolden terrorists around the world and increase dangers to the American people and extinguish the hopes of millions in the region.

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Nov 5, 2003

Sixty years of Western Nations excusing and accommodating the lack of freedom in the Middle East did nothing to make us safe. Because in the long run, stability cannot be purchased at the expense of liberty.

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Nov 5, 2003

The United States has adopted a new policy, a forward strategy of freedom in the Middle East.

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Nov 4, 2003

This right to life cannot be granted or denied by government because it does not come from government. It comes from the creator of life.

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Nov 2, 2003

The enemy in Iraq believes America will run. That will never happen.

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Nov 2, 2003

This collection of killers is trying to shake the will of America. We will not be intimidated.

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Nov 2, 2003

The enemy in Iraq believes America will run. That's why they are willing to kill innocent civilians, relief workers, coalition troops. America will never run.

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Nov 2, 2003

The enemy in Iraq believes America will run. That, the president added, will never happen.

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Oct 28, 2003

In politics, words can haunt you. And this week, two words are haunting the White House -- 'mission accomplished.'

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Oct 28, 2003

The 'Mission Accomplished' sign, of course, was put up by the members of the USS Abraham Lincoln, saying that their mission was accomplished.

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