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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Jan 29, 1991

The triumph of the moral order must still be the vision that compels us.

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Jan 29, 1991

And when he was rescued and told that he could enter the United States, he wept for joy.

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Jan 29, 1991

I am pleased to transmit the attached report pertaining to the implementation and effectiveness of operation of the United States-Canada Free-Trade Agreement (FTA) in its first 2 years.

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Jan 29, 1991

We cannot, we must not, and we will not let that hope for a better world be threatened.

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Jan 28, 1991

It's been a miraculous -- a strong, wonderful leadership coming out of Egypt, and we are very grateful.

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Jan 28, 1991

Let future generations understand the burden and the blessings of freedom.

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Jan 28, 1991

I'm very happy that I can say that here from the bottom of my heart.

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Jan 28, 1991

Good health care is every American's right and every American's responsibility.

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Jan 28, 1991

I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to the Egyptian Government.

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Jan 28, 1991

We seek an Iraq that uses its great resources not to destroy, not to serve the ambitions of a tyrant, but to build a better life for itself and its neighbors.

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Jan 28, 1991

We can find meaning and reward by serving some higher purpose than ourselves.

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Jan 28, 1991

The strength of a democracy is not in bureaucracy. It is in the people and their communities.

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Jan 27, 1991

I cannot imagine a world, a life, without the presence of the One through whom all things are possible.

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Jan 27, 1991

The honoraria exemption for VA physicians, dentists, and certain other VA personnel is objectionable and inconsistent with Presidential policy.

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Jan 27, 1991

We are doing everything possible, believe me, to avoid hurting the innocent.

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