We will complete our mission in Iraq and leave behind a democracy that can govern itself, sustain itself and defend itself.
George H.W. Bush
The Public Record
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.
Today, the people of Iraq have spoken to the world. And the world is hearing the voice of freedom from the center of the Middle East.
They want to run us out of Iraq. The violence we have seen is a power grab these extreme and ruthless elements.
I want to tell the people of the Middle East that the practices that took place in that prison are abhorrent and they don't represent America.
The situation in Iraq is unacceptable to the American people. It is clear that we need to change our strategy in Iraq.
We will complete our mission in Iraq and leave behind a democracy that can govern itself, sustain itself and defend itself.
The situation in Iraq is unacceptable to the American people. It is clear that we need to change our strategy in Iraq.
I want to tell the people of the Middle East that the practices that took place in that prison are abhorrent and they don't represent America.
They want to run us out of Iraq. The violence we have seen is a power grab these extreme and ruthless elements.
Saddam Hussein's trial is a milestone in the Iraqi people's efforts to replace the rule of a tyrant with the rule of law.





