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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Dec 16, 1991

Education and well-educated kids and adults, quite honestly, are absolutely critical for our ability to be competitive in the world.

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Dec 16, 1991

I believe we just have to stay involved in the shortest run possible to help people who are hurting.

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Dec 16, 1991

We have the best Federal approach to education that the country has ever seen.

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Dec 16, 1991

Support our anticrime legislation that's hung up in Congress.

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Dec 16, 1991

This administration is spending more money on the homeless than any previous administration.

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Dec 16, 1991

It is my intent that transfers of property under section 2 will be limited to situations in which the transfer will not breach the obligations of the United States to any State or local law enforcement agencies entitled by law to a share…

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Dec 16, 1991

I believe I can do both and should do both: be fully engaged in trying to help this economy and, secondly, not neglect my responsibilities for world peace.

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Dec 16, 1991

We are going to whip this sluggishness in this economy and make things better.

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Dec 16, 1991

We are getting proper assurances from all about the safe disposal of and accounting for and control of nuclear weapons.

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Dec 16, 1991

I can guarantee you they'll be better if I am effective in getting through the Congress.

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