Political Quotes

George H.W. Bush

The Public Record

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.

Quotes by year · 1968–201812,844 total · peak 1991 (3052)
1968: 1 quote1984: 3 quotes1988: 1 quote1989: 2,365 quotes1990: 2,380 quotes1991: 3,052 quotes1992: 2,917 quotes1993: 79 quotes1996: 1 quote2001: 7 quotes2002: 3 quotes2003: 123 quotes2004: 550 quotes2005: 263 quotes2006: 564 quotes2007: 264 quotes2008: 102 quotes2009: 58 quotes2010: 14 quotes2011: 8 quotes2012: 12 quotes2013: 32 quotes2014: 4 quotes2015: 5 quotes2016: 17 quotes2017: 16 quotes2018: 3 quotes
May 8, 1991

I am offended, frankly, by some of the advertising I've seen that I honestly find discriminatory.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 8, 1991

The policy would permit, for example, travel on military aircraft to attend to the serious illness of a close relative.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

Come on, Helen [Helen Thomas, United Press International]. [Laughter] Note: The exchange began at 10:23 a.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this exchange.

govinfo.gov
May 7, 1991

Back to normal, and I'm feeling great. And this is a photo op at which I do not take questions. [Laughter] Same old me. Thank you for inquiring.

govinfo.gov
May 7, 1991

I believe Bill Webster has demonstrated the value of an intelligence organization that is professionally directed and purposely committed.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

This policy change is designed to facilitate the development of trade between the U.S. and the countries of Eastern Europe.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

Look, I've always felt that when people are hungry or need support as it relates to food and nourishment, that we ought to try to help.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

It represents another step by the U.S. in discarding cold war restrictions.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

This revision is the result of a comprehensive interagency review.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

The United States hopes that all parties to these negotiations could be flexible and pragmatic in order to reach a just and lasting resolution of the problem.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

Bill will be leaving Federal service after 26 years on the Federal Bench, as Director of the FBI, and as Director of the CIA.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

No such study of the Niobrara or the Missouri river segments has been conducted.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 7, 1991

I have no complaints whatsoever about the quality of our intelligence.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 6, 1991

The success of both identification systems depends heavily upon computerized data relating to convicted felons.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 6, 1991

America's small businesses provide an inspiring example of free market principles in action.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 6, 1991

He is opposed to partial solutions to the problem of violent crime.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 6, 1991

Small business has become the chief supplier of new American jobs and opportunities.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 6, 1991

When given the freedom and the opportunity to put their talent and ideas to work, America's small business men and women not only succeed, they excel.

presidency.ucsb.edu
May 6, 1991

On the Middle East, they discussed the need for continued urgent humanitarian relief for the Kurdish refugees.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Politicians like George H.W. Bush