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 10, 1991

Let us recall the essential ingredients of a healthy, happy, and secure childhood.

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Oct 10, 1991

I would gladly sign into law responsible legislation that does not threaten the economic recovery and its associated job creation.

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Oct 10, 1991

Enactment of S. 1722 would signal the failure of budget discipline, which would have a negative effect on financial markets that could threaten economic recovery and lead to increased unemployment.

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Oct 10, 1991

Every youngster needs encouragement and discipline, as well as attention and affection.

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Oct 10, 1991

S. 1722 would effectively destroy the integrity of the bipartisan budget agreement and put into place a poorly designed, unnecessarily expensive program that would significantly increase the Federal deficit.

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Oct 9, 1991

Paul Mellon once quipped, 'What this country needs is a good five-cent reverie.'

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Oct 9, 1991

Thank you again, Mr. President, my friend, thank you for your visit.

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Oct 9, 1991

I firmly believe that we must do everything we can to support the American family.

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Oct 9, 1991

I am absolutely convinced that he will be confirmed and will be on the Supreme Court because, in my view, he deserves to be there.

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Oct 9, 1991

Please continue to educate Americans about the threat that obscenity and child pornography pose to our Nation.

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Oct 9, 1991

As long as people live in this Capitol City, they will draw pleasure and inspiration from the Mellon family's gifts.

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Oct 9, 1991

Columbus Day has long been a special occasion to Italian Americans and to Americans of Spanish descent.

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Oct 9, 1991

I promise to work unceasingly with you to let the liberating power of free markets help your country and mine and our neighbors as well.

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Oct 9, 1991

Our administration is committed to the fullest prosecution of obscenity and child pornography crimes.

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Oct 9, 1991

Your country keeps faith with its international commitments, even when doing so is costly.

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Oct 9, 1991

I'm simply not going to inject myself into what's going on in the Senate.

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Oct 9, 1991

I call on the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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Oct 9, 1991

An immigrant's son, he devoted energy, passion, and patience to improve himself and the country he loved.

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Oct 9, 1991

We all want a better Nation, a better world for our children and grandchildren.

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Oct 9, 1991

But as for now, you put me down and the White House down and our administration down as 100 percent for Clarence Thomas, without wavering in any way.

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Oct 9, 1991

Costa Rica practices robust competitive politics, peacefully transferring power from party to party, from person to person.

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