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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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May 27, 2007

The story today is going to be very discouraging to the American people.

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May 27, 2007

It is our country's destiny to emerge victorious in the war on terror.

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May 24, 2007

Abandoned our troops in combat by voting against the funding.

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May 24, 2007

If the Iraqi government were to say, get out, he would have no choice but to get out.

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May 23, 2007

Failure in Iraq will cause generations to suffer, in my judgment. Al Qaeda will be emboldened.

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May 23, 2007

I would like to see us in a different configuration at some point in time in Iraq.

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May 23, 2007

I would hope that they would recognize that the results would be catastrophic. But this is a sovereign nation, Martha. We are there at their request.

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May 23, 2007

I would hope the Senate and the Congress would move expeditiously to finish their hearings.

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May 23, 2007

We removed the arbitrary timetables for withdraw and the restrictions on our military commanders that some in Congress had supported.

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May 23, 2007

We removed the arbitrary timetables for withdrawal and the restrictions on our military commanders that some in Congress have supported.

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