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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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Nov 17, 1990

I have such a warm, pleasant relationship with him that I've always been able to talk very frankly.

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Nov 17, 1990

This united Germany is, and will be, a tremendous force for peace and certainly for economic good in the world.

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Nov 16, 1990

I can guarantee you, we are going to continue to stand against this aggression.

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Nov 16, 1990

Mr. Mubarak and I see eye to eye on this situation in the Gulf.

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Nov 16, 1990

This naked aggression against Kuwait has clearly had an adverse effect on the economies of every single country.

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Nov 16, 1990

It is my view that some more active role in the CSCE process will contribute to the stability of Europe.

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Nov 16, 1990

Saddam Hussein has got to withdraw from Kuwait without condition.

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Nov 16, 1990

There is no question that ours is a just cause and that good will prevail.

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Nov 15, 1990

The Secretary of State shall accordingly ensure that the early achievement of a comprehensive global convention to prohibit the production and stockpiling of chemical weapons... shall be a top priority of the foreign policy of the United…

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Nov 15, 1990

Our Forces are in the Gulf region in the exercise of our inherent right of individual and collective self-defense against Iraq's aggression.

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Nov 15, 1990

The United States shall oppose any loan or financial or technical assistance to that country by international financial institutions.

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Nov 15, 1990

The United States and other nations continue to seek a peaceful resolution of the crisis.

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Nov 15, 1990

I am signing the legislation because it was amended in a manner that can be considered consistent with my Administration's position on Antarctic issues.

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Nov 15, 1990

I expect the Department of Education to develop a sound final regulation -- based on comments received during the extended comment period.

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Nov 15, 1990

No assistance shall be provided to that country under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 or the Arms Export Control Act other than assistance that is intended to benefit the people of that country directly.

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Nov 15, 1990

My approval of the legislation demonstrates this Nation's resolve to preserve ecologically unique ocean areas.

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Nov 15, 1990

I find that proliferation of chemical and biological weapons constitutes an unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States.

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