George H.W. Bush

I am acting to modify the HTS to remove from eligibility under the GSP those articles that have become subject to textile agreements and to make certain conforming changes in the HTS.

I have determined that it is appropriate to designate Namibia as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the GSP.

We will not try to tie the hands of the military.

The budget is consistent with the 5-year deficit reduction law enacted last fall.

Accordingly, after taking into account the considerations in sections 501 and 502(c) of the 1974 Act, I have determined that it is appropriate to restore the prior designation of the redesignated beneficiary developing country of the…

The Federal Government and this President want to be with you every step of the way.

The budget provides: funds to help give parents greater choice in child care, health care, education, and housing.

It's going according to plan.

I am again proposing tax incentives to increase savings and long-term investment.

The budget includes increased funds for the expansion and improvement of America's treasury of parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and other public lands.

I have confidence that we're doing the right thing.

America, the finest, most loving nation on Earth, is at war, at war against the oldest enemy of the human spirit: evil that threatens world peace.

Let us pray for the families of those who serve.

I have proclaimed Sunday, February 3d, National Day of Prayer.

Let us pray for the safety of the troops, these men and women who have put their lives and dreams on hold because they understand the threat our world faces.

May Americans of every creed turn to our greatest power and unite together in prayer.

Let us pray for peace, 'peace . . . which passeth all understanding.'

May God bless the United States of America and each and every one of you.

It is the story of Semper Fi -- Always Faithful -- to the liberty which set men free.

We are, you see, one nation under God.

Your parents, your loved ones, our troops in the Gulf are enduring the hardships of war today so that you may know the blessings of peace tomorrow.

Your dedication and bravery is lighting the heart -- believe me -- it is lighting the heart of every American.

I came down here to thank you on behalf of a grateful nation for your steadfast service and sacrifice because when proud men and women of Fort Stewart and Hunter Field put it all on the line, every one of you is right there with them.

We will stay in the Gulf for as long as necessary, but not one day longer than it takes us to complete this mission.

The brave service men and women of this base are part of the most motivated, the best educated, the best equipped Armed Forces in the history of this great country of ours, bar none.