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 19, 1991

The monetary value of the uniform military ration shall be equal to the monetary value of the ration in effect on the day before the effective date of this order.

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Nov 19, 1991

The family is the basic unit of society, and its well-being is vital to the success of our communities and Nation.

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Nov 19, 1991

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 3603 of the Financial Reports Act of 1988, section 274A(d) (2) and (4) of the Immigration and Nationality Act…

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Nov 19, 1991

Family love brings light and warmth to our homes; it gives us strength when times are tough; and it makes good times even better by enabling us to share our joys with others.

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Nov 19, 1991

Executive Order No. 11339 of March 28, 1967, is hereby revoked.

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Nov 19, 1991

Government has an important role, and I share the frustration that some feel about inactivity.

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Nov 19, 1991

The Secretary of Defense is hereby designated and empowered to exercise, without the approval, ratification, or other action by the President, the authority conferred upon the President by section 4561(a), sections 6082 (a) and (d), and…

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Nov 19, 1991

The functions vested in the President by section 3603 of the Financial Reports Act of 1988 are hereby delegated to the Secretary of the Treasury.

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Nov 19, 1991

Executive Order No. 854 of June 26, 1908, is hereby amended by retitling the 'Nezperce National Forest' the 'Nez Perce National Forest.'

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Nov 19, 1991

I encourage all Americans, in rural and urban communities alike, to join in recognizing the accomplishments of our farmers and all those hardworking individuals who cooperate in producing the abundance of agricultural goods that strengthen…

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Nov 18, 1991

I will sign a bill that does not include language that prohibits implementation of the abortion counseling and referral rule.

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Nov 18, 1991

He has directed that in implementing these regulations, nothing prevents a woman from receiving complete medical information about her condition from a physician.

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Nov 18, 1991

We are not going to let ourselves become complacent about terrorist threats.

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Nov 18, 1991

I'm going to continue to try to work with Congress because I truly believe the American people want less talk and more action.

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Nov 18, 1991

Schools must stop babysitting our students, start challenging them to reach for the stars.

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Nov 18, 1991

I have directed that in implementing these regulations, nothing prevent a woman from receiving complete medical information about her condition from a physician.

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Nov 18, 1991

I would veto any legislation that would entangle Title X with abortion.

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