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 3, 1992

That is a real threat. We can't let him do that. Now, look at the economy, a major issue in the campaign. And look, I know we've had tough times. Families are worried; people are out of work. But I'll tell you something: We need to…

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Oct 3, 1992

Let me say this. This election and what we'll be putting in perspective in the debates out there is asking the rhetorical question: What kind of an America do you want for the young people here today? My opponent rips our country down and…

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Oct 3, 1992

The Governor sounds like he can walk on water. Well, you can do it over there in that Arkansas River. [Laughter] No, really. There's so much fecal coliform bacteria in the river that the fish teach their kids to jog rather than swim…

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Oct 3, 1992

No, we've got too much on one side and then another side. I've found one thing about the Oval Office: You can't make everybody happy. You're bound to make mistakes, but you've got to do like the umpire. You've got to call them as you see…

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Oct 3, 1992

He wants the middle class to sweat more and send it to the IRS. I say his ideas deserve a cold shower. Do not give him a chance. You know, we had some television ads on, exposing the truth about who's going to pay for all Governor…

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Oct 3, 1992

The Governor sounds like he can walk on water. Well, you can do it over there in that Arkansas River. [Laughter] No, really. There's so much fecal coliform bacteria in the river that the fish teach their kids to jog rather than swim…

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Oct 3, 1992

Thank you, Colonel Bud Day, and thank all of you for being here. Let me also single out two Floridians: Jeanie Austin, who is the cochairman of the Republican National Committee, a great daughter of Florida with us today; and also the man…

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Oct 3, 1992

My agenda cuts defense, but only so far, because the only way America can stay safe is for America to stay strong. The reason we whipped Saddam Hussein is we stayed strong. So here's what I'm fighting for, is to reinvent American education…

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Oct 3, 1992

Let me give you the facts. He is proposing at least $150 billion in new taxes and at least $220 billion in new spending. ``Don't worry,'' he says, ``I'll take it all from the rich. I'll take it all from those who are the top 2 percent.''…

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Oct 3, 1992

Governor Clinton would want us to believe he can walk on water. And maybe he can, over there in Arkansas in those rivers, they're so polluted. The Governor says he's tough on crime, but under him, Arkansas's crime rate has gone right…

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Oct 3, 1992

Don't listen to what he's saying today. He is wanting to slap more taxes on the middle class. Audience members. Boo-o-o!

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Oct 3, 1992

This is crazy. You cannot act like that as a Commander in Chief. This guy couldn't remember in detail that he didn't inhale 20 years ago, and he can't remember what came out of his mouth 20 minutes ago. I think we've discovered a new…

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