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 18, 1991

Admiral Howe has served since May 1989 as the NATO commander of allied forces.

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Nov 18, 1991

We do not seek to limit in any way the counseling pregnant women receive when they seek services from those providers.

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Nov 18, 1991

You must provide the living history that people find essential.

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Nov 18, 1991

The magnitude of the delays contained in H.R. 2707 would make it much more difficult to remain within the FY 1993 spending limits required by the Budget Enforcement Act.

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Nov 17, 1991

Today we recognize 10 men and women who have enriched our Nation.

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Nov 17, 1991

We are pleased with the release of Thomas Sutherland and Terry Waite.

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Nov 17, 1991

Increased PILT payments would be funded at the expense of other important domestic discretionary programs.

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Nov 17, 1991

You have touched us. You have enriched us. You have shaped our Nation's destiny.

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Nov 17, 1991

The three remaining American hostages and the other hostages being held in Lebanon must be reunited with their loved ones.

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Nov 17, 1991

Your compassion and caring have shown millions the way to new lives of freedom.

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Nov 17, 1991

A true Renaissance man, we honor him today for a lifetime of achievement in American political and social thought.

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Nov 17, 1991

There is little evidence to indicate that current payment levels are not sufficient to compensate local governments fairly.

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Nov 17, 1991

We call again for the release of all those in the region who are held hostage outside the process of law.

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Nov 17, 1991

For your courageous service, sir, to the cause of peace and the American ideal, we thank you.

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Nov 17, 1991

I've often referred to President Theodore Roosevelt's idea that we don't inherit the environment from our parents so much as borrow it from our children.

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Nov 14, 1991

I commend the Congress for presenting me with a simple, straightforward extension of funding that is not burdened with unrelated provisions.

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Nov 14, 1991

Their achievements give resonance to the words of Henry Adams, 'A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops.'

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Nov 14, 1991

Congratulations once again to all the winners -- well-deserved. We're proud of you.

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Nov 14, 1991

David J. Beightol will serve as my Special Assistant for Intergovernmental Affairs.

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Nov 14, 1991

Providing for the operation of the Government through Continuing Resolutions is an undesirable practice.

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