George H.W. Bush

Your robust, free press can publish the full spectrum of political thought and opinion.

I hereby proclaim October 11, 1991, as General Pulaski Memorial Day.

I have confidence that the Judiciary Committee will want to preserve the independence of the Court as it explores the record of Judge Thomas.

H.R. 3057, however, is unnecessary and overly prescriptive given existing, more flexible, authorities.

Judge Thomas has faced criticism from many quarters with dignity, restraint, and strength of character.

I want to emphasize once again the distinguished record and character of this man.

I'm going to veto it.

He strongly endorses the Secretary-General's aim to hold such a meeting to resolve what has been a most difficult and stubborn problem.

The United States remains in close contact with all the parties and is prepared to assist the Secretary-General in whatever way he sees fit.

While people try from time to time to bury that spirit beneath an avalanche of lawsuits, technicalities and decrees, every American knows that profound notions of fairness, justice, equality, and civility define us and bind us.

Every man and woman deserves a chance to go as far as their abilities and hard work will take them.

That's the fundamental principle on which our administration functions.

I'm not sure many in the country understand this.

Our towns nurture dreams, and they nourish values.

I am concerned as President of this country about the pressures on family.

I think this is what the American people want.

Clarence defined opportunity through education, dedication, and just plain hard work.

I believe strongly in the importance of cooperation among all levels of government.

When a President selects a Justice to the Supreme Court, he must pick someone who appreciates our Constitution's timeless majesty.

I expect and hope that he will be confirmed.

We must not let Congress raise the gas tax for projects that towns don't even need.

It's in the best interest of peace.

Barbara joins me in sending our best wishes to Jews everywhere for the year 5752.

May the spirit of reconciliation and renewal that characterizes this period remind all Americans of our responsibilities toward our families, friends, and neighbors.

May it also strengthen our mutual commitment to peace among nations.