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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Oct 31, 1992

I am absolutely confident of victory because the American people are going to decide that there is a vast difference in experience, a vast difference in philosophy, and yes, a vast difference in character.

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Oct 30, 1992

We are judged by the character of the person in the White House.

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Oct 30, 1992

I ask for your support for 4 more years based on trust and character and the ability to lead this, the greatest nation on the face of the Earth.

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Oct 30, 1992

I looked the American people in the eye and said, this is what we're going to do.

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Oct 30, 1992

It doesn't make sense it will get the deficit down by giving Government more money. He uses the word ``to invest.'' The Government doesn't invest. Private business does. Give them more money to spend. At a time when every organization is…

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Oct 30, 1992

It doesn't make sense it will get the deficit down by giving Government more money. He uses the word ``to invest.'' The Government doesn't invest. Private business does. Give them more money to spend. At a time when every organization is…

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Oct 30, 1992

Thank you, John Cranor. Thank you very much. Thank you, John and Kitty, and president Kyle Craig, and John Neal, Charlie Middleton, and all the other franchise leaders. It is, indeed, a pleasure to be here. I want to salute the man that…

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Oct 30, 1992

Thank you, Don. I just will only say that I am very, very grateful to Governor Schaefer. This is of tremendous support. And yes, we're friends. But I've respected his work for a long, long time. We believe in many of the same objectives…

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