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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Jun 25, 1990

We're delighted that you came down here -- a good, relaxed evening and a beautiful night at the White House.

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Jun 25, 1990

All Americans have my best wishes for a safe and happy Independence Day.

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Jun 24, 1990

This humanitarian action is a farsighted, significant step that will improve the atmosphere for progress in our bilateral relations.

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Jun 21, 1990

And so, if we have to look under rocks to find these white-collar criminals, then we will leave no stone unturned.

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Jun 21, 1990

It is your sacred duty to right these wrongs, to stand up for the vulnerable against the unscrupulous, the guileless against the conniving.

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Jun 21, 1990

I am grateful to each and every one of you that is fighting hard to bring these people to justice.

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Jun 21, 1990

These prosecutions are the result of a determined effort, an effort which we are boosting with 202 FBI agents, 100 more FBI accounting technicians, and 118 more United States attorneys.

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Jun 21, 1990

And when it comes to civil action, we have sought restitution to protect taxpayers through tens of thousands of civil suits leveled against S&L executives, owners, and borrowers.

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Jun 21, 1990

Among cases involving abuse of HUD contracts, the Department of Justice has already obtained 65 convictions this fiscal year.

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Jun 21, 1990

We want to allow the use of court-approved wiretaps in investigating bank fraud.

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Jun 21, 1990

We will not rest until the cheats and the chiselers and the charlatans spend a large chunk of their lives behind the bars of a Federal prison.

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Jun 21, 1990

White-collar crime is not as dramatic as violent crime, but white-collar crime still ruins lives, and it murders the fondest dreams of whole families.

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Jun 21, 1990

I have determined that actual or foreseeable reductions in U.S. tariffs and non-tariff trade barriers resulting from multilateral negotiations are satisfactorily reciprocated by the Republic of Hungary.

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Jun 21, 1990

I have further found that a satisfactory balance of concessions in trade and services has been maintained during the life of the Agreement on Trade Relations between the United States of America and the Republic of Hungary.

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Jun 21, 1990

The Treaty will remain a vital instrument for ensuring the freedom and security of our two nations and promoting peace and prosperity throughout the world.

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Jun 21, 1990

We are partners for peace, and the foundation of our partnership is the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security.

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Jun 21, 1990

A constitutional amendment is needed to ensure that the Nation's flag is protected in an appropriate manner.

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Jun 21, 1990

I am submitting to you this bimonthly report on progress toward a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus question.

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Jun 21, 1990

Such progress would not have been possible but for the framework for peace and stability that the Treaty has provided.

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Jun 21, 1990

On this historic day 30 years ago, representatives of the United States and Japan exchanged instruments of ratification and put into effect the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security.

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Jun 20, 1990

It takes a 12-man effort and more to bring home the title 2 years in a row.

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Jun 20, 1990

Bill Davidson and General Manager McCloskey and, of course, Coach Daly and all the proud members of the Pistons, we're very proud of you.

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Jun 20, 1990

You've become only the third team in pro basketball history to win the NBA championship back to back.

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