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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Dec 12, 1990

Well, what is more magical than the way light dispels the darkness?

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Dec 11, 1990

The United States is prepared to send to the Soviet Union this month a team of private and public sector experts in the field of food distribution and marketing.

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Dec 11, 1990

Employees under the statutory pay systems covered under section 1 of this order who are assigned to a duty station located in one of the geographical areas listed in Schedule 9 shall be entitled...

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Dec 11, 1990

America can't expect to remain a first-class economy if we settle for second-rate schools.

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Dec 10, 1990

The miracle of the Lights illustrates that the power of the Lord can overcome what seem to be impossible obstacles.

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Dec 10, 1990

This holiday season reminds us that this is a time for Americans to remember that drinking and driving is a deadly combination.

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Dec 10, 1990

I am delighted to send greetings to Jews in this country and around the world as you celebrate the festival of Hanukkah.

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Dec 9, 1990

The first ten amendments to our Constitution, collectively known as the Bill of Rights, were intended as an additional safeguard to the liberty of Americans.

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Dec 9, 1990

Words on paper -- just as our own Constitution, our own Bill of Rights, our own Declaration of Independence are nothing more than words -- and yet nothing less than the sum of human hope.

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Dec 7, 1990

The agreement will serve as an important instrument to revitalize scientific and technical cooperation between the two countries.

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Dec 7, 1990

I was gratified that the United States Senate gave its advice and consent to ratification of these Treaties.

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Dec 7, 1990

Our Enterprise for the Americas Initiative is more than just another program.

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Dec 7, 1990

The principal objective of the agreement is to provide additional opportunities to exchange ideas, information, skills, and techniques.

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Dec 7, 1990

I have today signed the instruments of ratification of the Treaties Between the United States of America and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics.

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Dec 6, 1990

You understand that freedom bears special responsibilities, and I salute you for that.

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Dec 6, 1990

Let’s join together to work towards this new world of progress.

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Dec 6, 1990

The United States remains committed to maintaining and strengthening the multilateral trading system.

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Dec 5, 1990

To achieve this, the people of Chile have freely chosen leaders of vision and courage.

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