Political Quotes

George 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.

Mar 26, 1992

Real excellence demands commitment, not just from government but from everyone in every community.

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Mar 26, 1992

We will authorize a purchase of plutonium-238 from Russia, an isotope of plutonium not used in nuclear explosives.

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Mar 25, 1992

What goes on at the White House is not nearly as important as what goes on in your house.

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Mar 25, 1992

We owe it to the American family to hold the line on spending that is unnecessary.

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Mar 24, 1992

The program would cost a total of $10.3 billion, $4.9 billion more than the current program.

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Mar 24, 1992

It could trouble financial markets, cause interest rates to rise, and thus prove counter-productive.

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Mar 22, 1992

I presented him the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1991 because he was one of the great thinkers of our age who explored the promise and contours of liberty.

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