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 13, 1991

The bill would require the development of a costly national archive of standardized geologic maps.

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Nov 13, 1991

Under your leadership, Argentina has become one of the hemisphere's strongest defenders of democracy.

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Nov 13, 1991

I find the only way you can get good legislation...is to beat back bad legislation.

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Nov 13, 1991

We wanted a signable bill that is paid for and doesn't burden the 96 or 94 percent of the people.

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Nov 13, 1991

I just want you to know that I have been interested in this for a long time, and I want to help as much as I possibly can.

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Nov 13, 1991

It would result in unnecessary regulation of commercial activities and could curtail technological innovation.

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Nov 13, 1991

I'm pledged to doing my best to help, this isn't going to be done at the Federal level, but help eliminate the unacceptably-high dropout rate we've had.

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Nov 12, 1991

This objective can best be achieved voluntarily through employee-employer negotiations or the normal collective bargaining process between management and labor.

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Nov 12, 1991

When I go to The Hague on a GATT meeting, trade meeting, the purpose of which is to open up agricultural markets to American products, that that's good for the American farmer.

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Nov 12, 1991

If you attend a school in a rural community, and many of you do, there's a good chance your school enjoys the strong involvement of parents, strong involvement of your community, and places a high value on responsibility and achievement.

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Nov 12, 1991

Every additional billion dollars in new exports -- listen to this one -- every one means 20,000 new American jobs.

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Nov 12, 1991

Changing the rules just as the election cycle begins is inappropriate.

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Nov 12, 1991

I'm disinclined to respond to those kinds of personal attacks.

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Nov 12, 1991

It gives me a surge of hope to be with so many thousands of bright and motivated young people.

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Nov 12, 1991

I couldn't be silent in the face of a man who is an ex-Nazi, who is a bigot, whose past is full of racism.

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