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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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Sep 29, 1992

I knew the college crowd wouldn't like that too much. [Laughter] Governor Clinton now says, well, he's seen the light. In this campaign he's proposing at least, and look at the record, $150 billion in new taxes, plus at least a $220…

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Sep 29, 1992

It is my hope that the Congress will present me with such a compromise, one that is truly meaningful for Federal, State, and local law enforcement.

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Sep 29, 1992

Parents who fail to meet their child support obligations could face imprisonment.

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Sep 29, 1992

This is number 14072 of the New York police force, city of New York.

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Sep 29, 1992

Thank you. Thanks for that Chattanooga welcome. Let me thank two special guests with us today: of course, an old friend of mine and Barbara's, Ricky Skaggs, one of the great entertainers, great American; and also, I'm the one that's…

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Sep 29, 1992

Yes. I had a feeling that would not be very popular here. Now the Governor says he's seen the light. In this campaign he's proposing at least $150 billion in new taxes, plus at least $220 billion in new spending. But don't worry, he says…

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Sep 29, 1992

And I promise relief from regulation and taxation and, yes, relief from these crazy lawsuits that are killing us in this country. If we've going to compete in this new world, in this new economy, we must reform our schools. I am very proud…

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Sep 29, 1992

Hard time is what criminals should get, not the innocent kids and older Americans who have to live in fear of violence.

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Sep 29, 1992

You know, I had the honor, coming in here, to call a real legend on the phone, Minnie Pearl, beloved daughter of Nashville. Leaving the politics aside, Barbara and I just love her, and we wanted to just wish her good health. Ronald Reagan…

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Sep 29, 1992

Thank you, Naomi. And may I welcome just a few people: first, our Secretary of Education, a great Tennessean, Lamar Alexander, what a job he's doing for education; and Senator Howard Baker, great American leader. Congressman Sundquist…

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Sep 29, 1992

And I promise relief from regulation and taxation and, yes, relief from these crazy lawsuits that are killing us in this country. If we've going to compete in this new world, in this new economy, we must reform our schools. I am very proud…

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