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, 1991

Years ago I learned that economics focuses mostly on people, not on numbers.

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Oct 31, 1991

Unemployment is 6.8 percent, and that's far lower than in recession times.

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Oct 31, 1991

Together we can cement the gains that Phil talked about, that Ray talked about.

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Oct 31, 1991

Let's try to create jobs through the incentive that comes with entrepreneurship.

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Oct 31, 1991

Get me some Members of Congress that will support my crime bill.

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Oct 31, 1991

I might put in a plug for what Barbara Bush does here because I think the American people see in her somebody that epitomizes a family value.

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Oct 31, 1991

The economy is going to be the driving factor in these elections.

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Oct 31, 1991

You can say that all three winners... prove that American enterprise can succeed in world-class competition.

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Oct 31, 1991

I'm very, very proud to be with the men and women of Marlow Industries right here today.

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Oct 31, 1991

I'm very proud of our country, and I am not negative about our country.

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Oct 30, 1991

And be assured, I will continue to make every effort to strengthen America's banking system so that it can support a strong and competitive economy now and in the 21st century.

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Oct 30, 1991

The Treaty should be an effective tool to assist in the prosecution of a wide variety of modern criminals, including members of drug cartels, 'white collar criminals,' and terrorists.

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Oct 30, 1991

I'm going to veto their bill if they send it down in a way that's going to bust this budget again.

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