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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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May 7, 1991

President Francesco Cossiga and Prime Minister Giulio Andreotti of Italy May 7, 1991 The President met with Italian President Cossiga and Prime Minister Andreotti for about 45 minutes in the Oval Office. The President and the two Italian…

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May 7, 1991

Back to normal, and I'm feeling great. And this is a photo op at which I do not take questions. [Laughter] Same old me. Thank you for inquiring.

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May 7, 1991

Come on, Helen [Helen Thomas, United Press International]. [Laughter] Note: The exchange began at 10:23 a.m. in the Cabinet Room at the White House. A tape was not available for verification of the content of this exchange.

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May 6, 1991

The success of both identification systems depends heavily upon computerized data relating to convicted felons.

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May 6, 1991

America's small businesses provide an inspiring example of free market principles in action.

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May 6, 1991

He is opposed to partial solutions to the problem of violent crime.

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May 6, 1991

Small business has become the chief supplier of new American jobs and opportunities.

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May 6, 1991

When given the freedom and the opportunity to put their talent and ideas to work, America's small business men and women not only succeed, they excel.

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May 6, 1991

On the Middle East, they discussed the need for continued urgent humanitarian relief for the Kurdish refugees.

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May 6, 1991

Dear Mr. Chairman: (Dear Senator:) As the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs moves forward with legislation addressing banking reform, let me reiterate my strong support for the Administration's proposal to modernize the…

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May 6, 1991

States Fishing Agreement May 6, 1991 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-265; 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.), I transmit herewith the Agreement…

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May 6, 1991

At approximately 10:45 p.m. last night, the President resumed his normal heart rhythm, which was maintained until 4:45 a.m. this morning, at which time atrial fibrillation reoccurred. The attending physicians met at 5:30 a.m. this morning…

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May 5, 1991

Well, they said to gradually get back into the athletics and not overdo it, so we won't run today.

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May 5, 1991

No. Ask the doctors, because I don't even know that that's the cause.

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May 5, 1991

I hereby proclaim the months of May 1991 and May 1992 as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.

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May 5, 1991

Go ahead and ask the doctors that, but not as far as I'm concerned.

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May 5, 1991

We must fix the fundamental problems in the banking industry, not just fund them.

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May 5, 1991

Hey, he has my full support, always has, and he's doing a first-class job.

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May 5, 1991

Well, we can start again -- he said today if I want to, but I'm not sure I feel up to it yet.

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May 5, 1991

President Bush's diagnosis today remains essentially the same as last night. He continues to take digoxin and procainamide for the atrial fibrillation. While there have been some indications of a positive response to the medicine, the…

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May 4, 1991

Well, I don't think so, but we're having negotiations still going on, but it's still no deal. And we've made clear the limits beyond which we are certainly not prepared to go. I think the Philippine leaders understand that. But this isn't…

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