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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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Feb 7, 1991

But there is quite some concern now about what appears to be a shift in the Jordanian position.

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Feb 7, 1991

Look, I'd prefer not to take any questions at essentially this photo opportunity.

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Feb 6, 1991

No comment. Next question. Thank you very much. I'll look into it. [Laughter] It's better than saying, ``I'll study that one.'' [Laughter] Economic Forecast

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Feb 6, 1991

No. I think they've indicated they might be available. But somebody asked me yesterday whether there was some plan, and I said no. And there isn't. But I think they're conducting themselves very well right now--Iran.

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Feb 6, 1991

I saw a notice about it. I don't think we've had official notice. I saw something in the paper about it. We have no people over there, so I don't know what he's proving by that.

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Feb 6, 1991

We just stay with the course here. There will be no cease-fire; there will be nothing of that nature until this man commences a credible unilateral withdrawal. And then we'll see what happens. But there's no interest in the other. I mean…

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Feb 6, 1991

Well, we tried to make clear to Jordan that we have no argument with Jordan. I think they've made a mistake to align themselves so closely with Saddam Hussein against the rest of the world. But on the other hand, I've tried to understand…

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Feb 6, 1991

Conservation Activities February 6, 1991 To the Congress of the United States: I transmit herewith the annual report describing the activities of the Federal Government for fiscal year 1989 required by subtitle H, title V of the Energy…

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Feb 6, 1991

I do hereby proclaim February 7, 1991, as National Women and Girls in Sports Day.

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Feb 5, 1991

I predict that in a couple of quarters we'll come out of this and that we'll have a robust economy.

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Feb 5, 1991

Our existence as a Nation and the freedoms and liberties we enjoy depend on the men and women in our Armed Forces.

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Feb 5, 1991

My Administration has stated many times one overriding goal in this area -- providing the truth to Vietnam veterans about the effects of exposure to Agent Orange.

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Feb 5, 1991

The road to real peace will be difficult -- long and tough, I'd say.

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Feb 5, 1991

We went through that, and we're never going to do it again as far as I'm concerned.

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Feb 5, 1991

We don't want to be back again in a couple of years to do this all over again.

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Feb 5, 1991

I have the pleasure of transmitting to you the Eleventh Annual Report of the Federal Labor Relations Authority for Fiscal Year 1989.

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Feb 5, 1991

I believe that my Administration has done an exemplary job in carrying out the mandate of Public Law 98 - 542.

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Feb 5, 1991

He was a giant of the entertainment business who knew that spark of delight which Americans take in poking fun at themselves.

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Feb 5, 1991

Mission by mission, hour by hour, Iraq's capacity to wage war is being systematically destroyed by American and coalition forces.

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Feb 5, 1991

I am pleased today to sign into law H.R. 556, the 'Agent Orange Act of 1991.'

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Feb 5, 1991

The death of Danny Thomas leaves a noticeable void in the world of American humor.

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