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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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Jun 27, 1990

We expect that the structural policy actions to be taken will have a positive effect on our economies.

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Jun 27, 1990

I further find that the modifications, hereinafter proclaimed, of additional U.S. note 2 to chapter 17 of the HTS and of the quota on the importation of certain sugars, syrups and molasses set forth in additional U.S. notes 3 and 4 to…

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Jun 27, 1990

I am pleased that an effective follow-on mechanism has been established.

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Jun 27, 1990

It is not apparent at this time that a five-year extension is warranted.

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Jun 27, 1990

The modifications made by this proclamation shall be effective with respect to articles entered, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after July 1, 1990.

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Jun 27, 1990

I hereby transmit the Annual Report for 1989 of the Federal Council on the Aging.

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Jun 27, 1990

I herewith report eight proposed rescissions totalling $327,375,000.

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Jun 27, 1990

A joint working group was formed to identify and solve these problems.

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Jun 27, 1990

I find that the conversion of import restrictions proclaimed pursuant to section 22 from part 3 of the Appendix to the TSUS to subchapter IV of chapter 99 of the HTS has resulted in certain articles previously subject to such restrictions…

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Jun 26, 1990

Our aim is a closer partnership between the Americas and our friends in Europe and in Asia.

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Jun 26, 1990

The great economic lesson of this century is that protectionism still stifles progress and free markets breed prosperity.

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Jun 26, 1990

We're ready to play a constructive role at this critical time to make ours the first fully free hemisphere in all of history.

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Jun 26, 1990

The successful completion of the Uruguay round remains the most effective way of promoting long-term trade growth in Latin America.

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Jun 26, 1990

Freedom has made great gains not just in Eastern Europe but right here in the Americas; and we've seen a resurgence of democratic rule.

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Jun 25, 1990

I herewith report two revised deferrals of budget authority now totalling $2,547,688,227.

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Jun 25, 1990

Indeed, it is our devotion to these timeless ideals that has made the United States a model of freedom and a source of hope to so many.

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Jun 25, 1990

I appreciate the important worldwide humanitarian work of UNHCR.

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Jun 25, 1990

We've got a lot of work ahead, but I think at least as far as we're concerned from this end of Pennsylvania Avenue it's been a joy.

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Jun 25, 1990

To us, may it always be the cherished symbol of freedom's first home and most steadfast ally on earth.

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Jun 25, 1990

I am convinced that the people of the United States have inspired many of these changes -- by word, deed, and example -- particularly during the past 45 years.

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Jun 25, 1990

Against involuntary repatriation to Vietnam under current conditions.

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Jun 25, 1990

Each July 4th, people across the United States pause to celebrate the continued success of our Nation's great experiment in self-government.

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