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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Apr 10, 1991

We're going to help these refugees, and please don't try to make a difference where there isn't any.

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Apr 10, 1991

We'll be discussing that and a wide array of other questions.

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Apr 10, 1991

I reiterated our support for European integration and our shared interest in the development of a European security in the transatlantic alliance.

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Apr 10, 1991

We're looking forward to give relief to these people where they are.

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Apr 10, 1991

We agreed to continue to encourage the people of Yugoslavia to work out their differences peacefully and through democratic dialog.

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Apr 10, 1991

Our victory in the Gulf -- collective victory in the Gulf -- has proven that international cooperation can defeat aggression and lay the groundwork for new international cooperation.

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Apr 10, 1991

I am not going to involve any American troops in a civil war in Iraq.

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Apr 9, 1991

Right here in a classroom in West Virginia, the world comes to you.

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Apr 9, 1991

Pat Saiki's going to be their advocate, their tough, smart advocate.

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Apr 9, 1991

Teaching, she says, is the 'impact of mind upon mind, and heart upon heart.'

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Apr 9, 1991

I know she's going to help show all of us how we can work together.

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