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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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Apr 22, 2007

I believe artificial timetables of withdrawal would be a mistake.

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Apr 15, 2007

Our nation is shocked and saddened by the news of the shootings at Virginia Tech today. The exact total has not yet been confirmed, but it appears that more than 30 people were killed and many more were wounded.

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Apr 13, 2007

Abstinence for young people is the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.

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Apr 12, 2007

Abstinence for young people is the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.

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Apr 8, 2007

Abstinence for young people is the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.

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Apr 4, 2007

Abstinence for young people is the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.

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Apr 2, 2007

Photo opportunities and/or meetings with President Assad lead the Assad government to believe they're part of the mainstream of the international community, when in fact, they're a state sponsor of terror.

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Apr 2, 2007

The British government has learned that Saddam Hussein recently sought significant quantities of uranium from Africa.

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Apr 2, 2007

It's one thing to send a message. It's another thing to have the person receiving the message actually do something.

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Apr 2, 2007

Abstinence for young people is the only certain way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.

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Apr 2, 2007

If Democrat leaders in Congress are bent on making a political statement, then they need to send me this unacceptable bill as quickly as possible when they come back. I will veto it, and then Congress can get down to the business of…

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