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 10, 1992

I have diagnosed the problem; I've offered serious solutions, not all of which are popular.

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Sep 10, 1992

I have decided to notify Congress to sell up to 72 of your F-15's to the country of Saudi Arabia.

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Sep 10, 1992

You need to hear leaders talking about these ideas, real ideas that are right for our country.

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Sep 9, 1992

H.R. 450 would unduly restrict the right to prospect for minerals and would impose inflexible and costly reclamation standards on miners.

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Sep 9, 1992

Under current law and NPS procedures, such information is routinely developed and provided to Congress and the public.

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Sep 9, 1992

H.R. 5534 would divert scarce resources to a non-Federal entity, the William O. Douglas Outdoor Classroom, at the expense of high-priority resource protection, operation, and maintenance needs in existing national parks.

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