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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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Apr 21, 1991

Today Americans of all ages are setting an example of environmental stewardship by participating in the America the Beautiful Program.

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Apr 19, 1991

Credit to Mongolia April 19, 1991 Memorandum for the Secretary of State Subject: Determination Under Section 2(b)(2)(D)(i) of the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945, as Amended--Mongolia Pursuant to section 2(b)(2)(D)(i) of the Export-Import…

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Apr 18, 1991

It is in the national interest for the Export-Import Bank of the United States to guarantee, insure, extend credit, and participate in the extension of credit in connection with the purchase or lease of any product by, for use in, or for…

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Apr 18, 1991

To the Congress of the United States: Of all the great social and technological changes of the 20th century, none may be more crucial to our well-being and that of future generations than the change that has occurred in the way we view our…

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Apr 18, 1991

Refugees and Migrants in Africa April 18, 1991 Memorandum for the Secretary of State Subject: Determination Pursuant to Section 2(c)(1) of the Migration and Refugee Assistance Act of 1962, as Amended Pursuant to section 2(c)(1) of the…

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Apr 18, 1991

Thank you all, and thank you for coming here to the White House. Let me just salute our Secretary of Education, Lamar Alexander, and say how much I'm relying on him. Not only has he and his new team formulated a plan that I think will be…

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Apr 18, 1991

The President today outlined his strategy to move the Nation toward achieving the national education goals and educational excellence for all Americans. The President believes we must restructure and revitalize America's education system…

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Apr 17, 1991

Our economy is fundamentally sound, which allows us to make environmental investments and serve as a model for others.

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Apr 17, 1991

If allowed to continue, the strike would cripple the economy and adversely affect national security.

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Apr 17, 1991

The time has come to establish world class standards for what our children should know and be able to do.

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Apr 17, 1991

Educational choice for parents and students is critical to improving our schools.

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Apr 17, 1991

Environmental stewardship must flow from action by all Americans, not just from government action.

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Apr 17, 1991

You don't need to position these because I'm not going to say anything.

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Apr 17, 1991

We know, for example, that increased trade and economic development is needed to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for all of the world's people.

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Apr 17, 1991

I hereby determine that it is important to the national interest that $15,250,000 be made available from the U.S. Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund to meet the unexpected and urgent needs of refugees and migrants in Africa.

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Apr 17, 1991

Personal responsibility, individual action, and other core principles must underpin life in a democratic society.

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Apr 17, 1991

This legislation is necessary to end the current nationwide strike against the major freight railroads.

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Apr 17, 1991

1990 was a landmark year in the Nation's efforts to enhance environmental quality.

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Apr 17, 1991

I can't think of a better reason to put this renewed sense of duty and confidence to work than for the sake of our children.

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