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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Sep 16, 1992

I will continue to do everything I can on my own to get the economy moving, even if Congress sits on its hands.

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Sep 16, 1992

For these reasons I will veto S. 12 if it is presented to me.

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Sep 16, 1992

I will continue to find ways to help every family in America strengthen the values that we hold so dear.

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Sep 16, 1992

My vision for the future of the communications industry is based on the principles of greater competition, entrepreneurship, and less economic regulation.

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Sep 16, 1992

Unless H.R. 5754 is substantially amended to delete its numerous unacceptable provisions, the Secretary of the Army would recommend that the president veto the bill.

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Sep 16, 1992

This may be a compensable taking of private property that could result in a substantial amount of 'takings' litigation.

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Sep 15, 1992

I do hereby proclaim October 1992 as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Sep 15, 1992

By waiving customary State and local cost sharing requirements, the President will provide maximum Federal assistance to the people of Hawaii.

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Sep 15, 1992

And I want to unleash the incredible power of entrepreneurial capitalism so you can climb as high as your dreams will carry you. And that's what this debate is about: the role of Government in America. It's not just the difference between…

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Sep 15, 1992

We remain committed to freedom and democracy being fully realized by all Cuban people.

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Sep 15, 1992

Requests to the Congress September 15, 1992 The President today announced his intention to transmit to the Congress budget amendments for the Department of Defense that would reallocate $250 million of the Department's FY 1993 request to…

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