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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Oct 11, 1990

Recognizing this rich source of human potential and providing these individuals with greater opportunities is a moral imperative.

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Oct 11, 1990

A reduction of more than 80,000 would require involuntary separations of personnel who otherwise may be required to support Operation Desert Shield.

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Oct 11, 1990

I proclaim the month of October 1990 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

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Oct 11, 1990

The President's senior advisers will recommend that the President veto any appropriations bill that is not substantially in accord with that Agreement.

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Oct 11, 1990

I do hereby proclaim the week beginning October 21, 1990, as National Forest Products Week.

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Oct 11, 1990

The reduction of almost $500 million in the Economic Support Fund (ESF) is of particular concern.

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Oct 11, 1990

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 reaffirms our national commitment to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities.

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Oct 11, 1990

We celebrate the enactment of this legislation and recognize the contributions that persons with disabilities continue to make in the Nation's workplace.

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Oct 11, 1990

The NASP is an important part of the nation's space program with major civilian and military applications.

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Oct 11, 1990

The current language on El Salvador, including the language intended as a substitute for the House-passed Moakley-Murtha language, is unacceptable.

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Oct 10, 1990

I call upon the people of the United States to plan and participate in fire prevention activities not only this week, but throughout the year.

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Oct 10, 1990

I'm strongly in favor of what's known as the Andrews summit or the Rose Garden summit agreement.

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Oct 10, 1990

I will not sign a reconciliation bill that fails these tests.

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Oct 10, 1990

I urge all Americans to show respect for those who carry the white cane and to honor, through appropriate ceremonies and activities, their many achievements.

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Oct 10, 1990

The American people want to favor growth, and they want to favor jobs.

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Oct 10, 1990

I can't dictate to the Congress -- Republicans or Democrats -- what to take up and when to take it up.

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Oct 10, 1990

We have been willing to explore a compromise if it were balanced and fair.

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Oct 10, 1990

The country needs a 5-year, $500 billion deficit reduction program to be enacted this month.

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