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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 25, 1992

Illinois September 25, 1992 Thank you all very much. Thank you. It's a pleasure and honor to be back on this campus. Thank you, Barbara Franklin, our able Secretary of Commerce. Let me say how pleased I am to also have with me two of the…

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Sep 25, 1992

On September 30, 1990, consistent with the authority provided me under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701, et seq.), I issued Executive Order No. 12730. In that order, I declared a national emergency with…

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Sep 25, 1992

It is imperative that homeowners not only install but also maintain smoke detectors.

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Sep 25, 1992

We are the United States of America, the envy of the entire world.

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Sep 25, 1992

I encourage all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs and activities in recognition of the interests and achievements of persons who use the white cane.

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Sep 25, 1992

I urge Americans to pay heed to fire safety throughout the year and especially during this first week of October.

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Sep 25, 1992

I want to strengthen our elementary and secondary schools by giving every parent the right to choose their children's school, public, private, or religious.

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Sep 25, 1992

I hereby proclaim the week of October 4 through October 10, 1992, as Fire Prevention Week.

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