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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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Jun 26, 1991

The accused shall be brought to trial within 120 days after the earlier of:

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Jun 26, 1991

This legislation is the first legislative success for our AMERICA 2000 strategy.

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Jun 25, 1991

----the agenda is wide open. And I want to hear from them on a wide array of questions. You see Mr. Rangel here; I expect it won't be confined to any two categories, knowing of his fascination and leadership in the field of antinarcotics…

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Jun 25, 1991

I have determined that it is appropriate to waive the application of section 504(c) of the 1974 Act with respect to certain eligible articles from certain beneficiary developing countries.

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Jun 25, 1991

I have determined that certain countries should be redesignated as beneficiary developing countries with respect to specified previously designated eligible articles.

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Jun 25, 1991

I have determined that it is necessary and appropriate to subdivide and amend the nomenclature of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States.

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Jun 25, 1991

I do proclaim that the waivers of the application of section 504(c) of the 1974 Act shall apply to the eligible articles in the HTS subheadings.

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Jun 25, 1991

The Committee bill would undermine several important provisions of the Omnibus Budget and Reconciliation Act and the farm bill.

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Jun 25, 1991

I have received the advice of the USITC on whether any industries in the United States are likely to be adversely affected by such waivers.

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Jun 24, 1991

Good to see you. Note: The exchange began at 11:08 a.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. A tape was not available for verification of the content of these remarks.

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Jun 24, 1991

Yes, exactly. They're trying to act like we're turning our back. I'm surprised people would write it without confirming it, saying I had done something. It was a little annoying, but we'll have to look at it. I can't understand how anybody…

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Jun 24, 1991

I don't know what that story was about. If it's done, it hasn't been called to my attention. And I'll have to discuss it with----

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Jun 24, 1991

Well, we certainly want to do our part on that. High Commissioner Ogata. You have been doing a great deal. And I came primarily to thank you very much and also to ask you for continued support.

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Jun 24, 1991

Oh yes. High Commissioner Ogata. ----which is just as large in terms of the scope of the refugees involved as well as the seriousness. And we require a great deal of international support and mobilization of resources.

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Jun 24, 1991

Very nice to see you all. Just delighted. We had a wonderful weekend, and we're so pleased to see Mrs. Ogata here because we're going to talk about some very important refugee matters. The High Commissioner's Office is doing a superb job…

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Jun 24, 1991

I hope the American people will speak up and let the Congress know that this kind of strong anticrime legislation has their support.

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Jun 24, 1991

The House is urged to fund fully the Healthy Start Initiative.

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Jun 24, 1991

The United States has never recognized the incorporation of the Baltic States into the USSR.

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Jun 24, 1991

I am pleased to announce today my intent to nominate Diane S. Ravitch.

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Jun 24, 1991

The American people simply are tired of watching hoodlums walk, of seeing criminals mock our justice system with these endless technicalities.

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