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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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Apr 21, 1991

Today Americans of all ages are setting an example of environmental stewardship by participating in the America the Beautiful Program.

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Apr 19, 1991

Credit to Mongolia April 19, 1991 Memorandum for the Secretary of State Subject: Determination Under Section 2(b)(2)(D)(i) of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, as Amended--Mongolia Pursuant to section 2(b)(2)(D)(i) of the Export-Import…

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Apr 18, 1991

It is in the national interest for the Export-Import Bank of the United States to guarantee, insure, extend credit, and participate in the extension of credit in connection with the purchase or lease of any product by, for use in, or for…

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Apr 17, 1991

Our economy is fundamentally sound, which allows us to make environmental investments and serve as a model for others.

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Apr 17, 1991

If allowed to continue, the strike would cripple the economy and adversely affect national security.

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Apr 17, 1991

The time has come to establish world class standards for what our children should know and be able to do.

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Apr 17, 1991

Educational choice for parents and students is critical to improving our schools.

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Apr 17, 1991

Environmental stewardship must flow from action by all Americans, not just from government action.

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Apr 17, 1991

You don't need to position these because I'm not going to say anything.

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Apr 17, 1991

We know, for example, that increased trade and economic development is needed to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for all of the world's people.

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Apr 17, 1991

I hereby determine that it is important to the national interest that $15,250,000 be made available from the U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund to meet the unexpected and urgent needs of refugees and migrants in Africa.

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Apr 17, 1991

Personal responsibility, individual action, and other core principles must underpin life in a democratic society.

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Apr 17, 1991

This legislation is necessary to end the current nationwide strike against the major freight railroads.

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Apr 17, 1991

1990 was a landmark year in the Nation's efforts to enhance environmental quality.

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Apr 17, 1991

I can't think of a better reason to put this renewed sense of duty and confidence to work than for the sake of our children.

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Apr 16, 1991

Activities of the Federal Government April 16, 1991 To the Congress of the United States: I transmit herewith the annual report describing the activities of the Federal Government for fiscal year 1990 required by subtitle H, title V of the…

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Apr 16, 1991

The priority is, get the relief to these people that are suffering.

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Apr 16, 1991

Each agency shall develop and implement a plan to meet the 1995 energy management goals.

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