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 25, 1991

I have been deeply impressed by his ability, by his love of country and of his profession.

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Nov 25, 1991

We'll keep putting our best efforts into the fight for the lives and well-being of our young people.

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Nov 25, 1991

He is enthusiastic about the House Republicans' efforts to advance a responsible growth package.

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Nov 25, 1991

We are continuing, and we'll intensify, our efforts against violent crime.

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Nov 24, 1991

Let us recognize the importance of respite and day care services to family caregivers.

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Nov 24, 1991

The American people want a crime bill that will make the system tougher on criminals than it is on law enforcement and crime victims.

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Nov 24, 1991

Family caregivers perform their various tasks freely and without compensation -- and often at considerable sacrifice to themselves.

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Nov 24, 1991

I urge all Americans to observe these weeks with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

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Nov 24, 1991

The Democratic leadership plan would, in the end, amount to a tax increase primarily to subsidize incumbent politicians.

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Nov 24, 1991

We celebrate not only the many blessings that we have received as individuals - including the gift of life itself - but also our great fortune as one nation under God.

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Nov 24, 1991

H.R. 3750 is incompatible with the President's proposals and these key principles.

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Nov 24, 1991

I urge all Americans to gather together in their homes and in places of worship on that day to offer thanks to Almighty God.

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Nov 24, 1991

I urge the Senate to give prompt and favorable consideration to the Treaty.

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Nov 24, 1991

I believe that the reduction of ICBMs should be accomplished even more rapidly than the Treaty would require.

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Nov 24, 1991

The Compromise agreement should be passed this year before Congress adjourns.

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Nov 24, 1991

START will be the first Treaty that actually reduces strategic offensive arms.

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Nov 24, 1991

Real reform means continuing the current practice of applying similar rules to both House and Senate candidates.

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Nov 24, 1991

Let us resolve to make food drives and other forms of charity an increasingly important part of our Thanksgiving tradition.

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Nov 24, 1991

It will be a great success because I know the spirit of Columbus.

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Nov 24, 1991

The START Treaty represents a nearly decade-long effort by the United States and the Soviet Union.

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