We are determined to seize all opportunities to achieve a Europe whole and free and recognize the European Community's contribution to that effort.
George H.W. Bush
The Public Record
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.
We welcome the intention of the Soviet Union to move toward a democratic political system.
We reiterate our determination to fight terrorist assaults against civil aviation.
In Africa, we hope that Namibia's attainment of independence and democracy will be a positive example for freedom.
We call for the immediate, unconditional and safe release of all hostages and for an accounting of all persons taken hostage who may have died while being held.
We applaud the reduction of ideological conflicts that have divided much of the world since the end of the Second World War.
S. 2740 violates the three principles on which sound water resources development policy rests.
We applaud the unification of Germany, which is a tangible expression of mankind's inalienable right to self-determination.
The bill would: authorize numerous special-interest, low-priority, and uneconomic projects.
And together, we're called upon as allies and as friends to work toward decisions here in Houston that will bring a new stability and prosperity to the world.
Thank you for coming to Houston, and thank all who have made us feel so at home here.
A new world of freedom lays before us, hopeful, confident -- a world where peace endures, where commerce has conscience, and where all that seems possible is possible.
I know that this is very important for the Canadian side; and I want to say to you, sir, I appreciate your patience and understanding.
I think that this day will long be remembered in the history of our relationship for the significant departure that it constitutes from past positions in regard to the environment.





