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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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Aug 14, 2008

Bullying and intimidation are not acceptable ways to conduct foreign policy in the 21st century.

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Aug 13, 2008

The president again called on Russia to respect Georgia's territorial integrity and to honor the cease-fire agreement.

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Aug 12, 2008

To begin to repair the damage to its relations with the United States, Europe and other nations and to begin restoring its place in the world. Russia must keep its word and act to end this crisis.

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Aug 10, 2008

Russia's actions this week have raised serious questions about its intentions in Georgia and the region. These actions have substantially damaged Russia's standing in the world. And these actions jeopardize Russia's relations with the…

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Jul 29, 2008

Legislation opened up, this offshore exploration is pending in both the House and the Senate and all the Democratic leaders have to do is to allow a vote. They should not leave Washington without doing so.

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Jul 29, 2008

Legislation to open up this offshore exploration is pending in both the House and the Senate, and all the Democratic leaders have to do is to allow a vote. They should not leave Washington without doing so.

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Jul 22, 2008

Wall Street got drunk. It's one of the reasons I asked you to turn off your TV cameras. It got drunk and now it's got a hangover. The question is, how long will it sober up?

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Jul 14, 2008

It's a temptation to let the politics at home get in the way, you know, with the considered judgment of the commanders.

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Jul 14, 2008

There's a temptation to let the politics at home get in the way with the considered judgment of the commanders.

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Jun 29, 2008

The $162 billion bill also doubles college benefits for troops and veterans and extends unemployment benefits by 13 weeks and provides flood relief for the Midwest.

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