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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 29, 1991

I do hereby proclaim November 1991 as National American Indian Heritage Month.

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Oct 28, 1991

The amendment prohibits diversified companies from owning banks, which will stop new capital from voluntarily flowing into banks to absorb losses ahead of the taxpayer.

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Oct 28, 1991

Once again, it would be counterproductive for me to set conditions or to say from the U.S. side how these two questions that you properly asked about be resolved.

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Oct 28, 1991

It's important that Americans get the view that the center and the Republics are together on these matters.

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Oct 28, 1991

I think the American people, when it comes to food aid and medicines, clearly want to be of assistance to the Soviet Union.

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Oct 28, 1991

H.R. 6 is comprehensive legislation designed to create a safer, more competitive banking system.

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Oct 28, 1991

We had good discussions on the whole question of nuclear arms reduction and nuclear safety.

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Oct 27, 1991

I believe that, working together, government and the private sector can make the economic environment even better for small businesses and for all Americans.

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Oct 27, 1991

I have signed into law H.R. 1415, the 'Foreign Relations Authorization Act, Fiscal Years 1992 and 1993.'

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Oct 27, 1991

Today I have signed into law H.R. 2942, the 'Department of Transportation and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1992.'

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Oct 27, 1991

I find that the grave events in the Republic of Haiti that are continuing to disrupt the legitimate exercise of power by the democratically elected government of that country continue to constitute an unusual and extraordinary threat to…

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Oct 27, 1991

I am sympathetic to the goals of this provision and have made this issue part of the Administration's discussions with the countries that engage in such practices.

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Oct 27, 1991

Supporting this industry takes the work of everyone, public and private.

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Oct 27, 1991

I hope that, in the future, the Congress will balance its legitimate need for information with the time and expense involved in preparing a report.

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Oct 27, 1991

Title V demonstrates that the Congress endorses my goal of stemming dangerous CBW proliferation.

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Oct 27, 1991

I am disappointed, however, in several provisions of the Act related to housing.

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Oct 27, 1991

I believe we can and must make health care more available and affordable -- especially for those 35 million Americans without health insurance.

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Oct 27, 1991

I am greatly concerned over the inadequate funding levels for the Administration's important housing initiatives.

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Oct 27, 1991

I want to express my appreciation to the Congress for its cooperation in this effort.

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