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 27, 1990

I just said that we support strongly the democratic change all across Eastern Europe.

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Sep 27, 1990

We must keep all our options open to ensure that Iraq's unlawful occupation of Kuwait is ended.

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Sep 27, 1990

The Senate is urged to restore the requested level, including the $210 million cut from the NATO Infrastructure appropriation request.

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Sep 27, 1990

The changes in Eastern Europe have really captured the imagination of the American people.

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Sep 27, 1990

That means that no nation should be allowed to conduct its relations with another on the basis of threats or the use of brute force.

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Sep 27, 1990

Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity will be restored.

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Sep 25, 1990

It must achieve, at a minimum, the environmental benefits I have set forth in my bill, and it must do so in an efficient manner.

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Sep 25, 1990

I'm not interested in raising the tax rates on the American people.

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Sep 25, 1990

Time has run out. Congress must act because America deserves better.

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Sep 25, 1990

Keep those lights burning on Capitol Hill if you have to, but before that deadline passes, let's reach the agreement that the American people are waiting for.

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Sep 25, 1990

I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to this agreement and advise and consent to ratification.

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Sep 25, 1990

State government needs a thorough housecleaning, a gust of fresh air.

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Sep 25, 1990

I fear that the slow progress and apparent course of the conference committee may jeopardize enactment of this critically important legislation.

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Sep 25, 1990

The bill does not improve the targeting of resources for the adult and youth programs.

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Sep 25, 1990

All Americans deserve clean air, but they also deserve the good jobs and rising living standards that only a competitive economy can provide.

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