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 5, 1992

Nevertheless, the overall amount of funding provided by H.R. 5678 is consistent with my budget request.

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Oct 5, 1992

By signing this bill, we take another step toward fulfillment of that promise.

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Oct 5, 1992

This would slow economic growth and job creation by increasing the transportation costs of goods in interstate commerce.

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Oct 5, 1992

I am proud that the United States Mint, the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games, and the United States Olympic Committee have worked together to develop a unique coin program that offers the potential of $100 million in profits to be…

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Oct 5, 1992

In this very historic setting one can't help but look over one's shoulders at history. One can't help but recognize how magnificent our system is. And you know, in these tough political times--and this has been about as ugly a political…

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Oct 5, 1992

I have signed into law H.R. 5678, the 'Departments of Commerce, Justice, and State, the Judiciary, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1993.'

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Oct 5, 1992

While we have achieved substantial progress in this area, the Congress has been unwilling to support fully my efforts to combat violent crime and drugs, placing public safety at greater risk.

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Oct 5, 1992

I am signing into law H.R. 2194, which waives Federal sovereign immunity for violation of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations related to solid and hazardous waste.

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Oct 5, 1992

This provision discourages the Department of Defense from transferring to States and localities real property no longer needed by the Department.

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Oct 5, 1992

The Act provides important funding for the space program, environmental protection, and programs for our Nation's veterans.

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Oct 5, 1992

I do so to avoid any confusion as to my ability to act on any form of appropriations legislation presented to me after certification by the Committee on House Administration of the House of Representatives that the form is a true…

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Oct 5, 1992

The continued application of the Act raises serious equal protection questions.

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