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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May 21, 1991

We can begin today by pulling up the anchor and hoisting the sails.

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May 21, 1991

I think the United States is still respected, and I think people still look up to us.

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May 21, 1991

I'm determined to see this program that we're working on in education -- we call it America 2000 -- be a success.

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May 21, 1991

We are dealing straight with Gorbachev; we're not playing games with him.

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May 21, 1991

We have a baseball pitching machine, for example; we have a bowling alley.

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May 21, 1991

No one says it's going to be easy. But it's a battle for our future that we must and will win.

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May 21, 1991

We are committed to the idea of America remaining a force for good in the world.

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May 21, 1991

Lacalle of Uruguay May 21, 1991 Assassination of Rajiv Gandhi Q. Mr. President, what do you say about the Prime Minister--ex-Prime Minister Gandhi? President Bush. I was just talking to President Lacalle, and he and I agree that this is a…

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May 21, 1991

Here in Minnesota, from St. Paul and Minneapolis to Cyrus and Miltona, you're sailing this country into the future.

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May 21, 1991

But I like that part of the job -- trying to do something that'll help somebody.

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May 21, 1991

He's a bad person. Unfortunately, there are people like that in the world.

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