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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Sep 15, 1991

We want to see a situation in the Soviet Union come about where there is freedom, democracy, and the rule of law.

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Sep 11, 1991

In addition, current economic indicators show many signs of an economic upturn.

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Sep 11, 1991

I continue to believe that a moment of opportunity exists to finish the long overdue outline of a Cyprus solution.

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Sep 11, 1991

I am convinced that each of these obstacles can be removed, and the path to a just and lasting settlement cleared.

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Sep 11, 1991

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate John A. Shaw.

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Sep 10, 1991

The United States stands with Poland as it moves toward economic recovery.

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Sep 10, 1991

I believe that the United States should become a party to the International Telecommunication Regulations.

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Sep 10, 1991

Railroad pension benefits should be financed solely by rail sector resources.

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Sep 10, 1991

Poland should now have a role in supporting the expansion of democracy and markets farther east.

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Sep 10, 1991

The United States attaches great importance to Poland's security and independence and to the new U.S.-Polish partnership.

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Sep 10, 1991

No. I think they're committed, and I think it's a good thing they are.

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Sep 10, 1991

I intend to nominate Edward P. Djerejian to be an Assistant Secretary of State.

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Sep 10, 1991

Poland is leading the way with a radical economic transformation, and it is working.

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Sep 10, 1991

I strongly oppose the report's recommendation to renew the diversion of Federal income taxes to the rail pension.

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Sep 9, 1991

I announce my intention to nominate Paul H. Cooksey to be Deputy Administrator of the Small Business Administration.

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Sep 9, 1991

Future generations will look to our age and say, 'Here, here in the 1990's began the new world order.'

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Sep 9, 1991

Enclosed is a classified report with an unclassified summary on the international export to Iraq of nuclear, biological, chemical, and ballistic missile technology as required by section 586J(a) of the Foreign Operations, Export Financing…

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Sep 9, 1991

Senegal has adhered to the principles of a democratic political system.

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Sep 9, 1991

We both revere liberty and human dignity and respect for the rights of man.

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