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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Apr 15, 1991

I would think there would be plenty of grounds under which he would be prosecuted for war crimes.

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Apr 15, 1991

Nor will we become an occupying power with U.S. troops patrolling the streets of Baghdad.

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Apr 15, 1991

We want him out of there so badly, and I think it's so important to the tranquillity of Iraq that under that condition we might.

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Apr 15, 1991

The proposed rescission affects the Department of Health and Human Services.

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Apr 15, 1991

I don't believe that, but I don't fault him for that, if that's what his position was.

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Apr 15, 1991

I herewith report one proposed rescission, totaling $2,400,000.

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Apr 15, 1991

I have directed the U.S. military to begin immediately to establish several encampments in northern Iraq where relief supplies for these refugees will be made available in large quantities and distributed in an orderly way.

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Apr 15, 1991

I believe that peaceful nuclear cooperation with the CSFR under the proposed agreement will be fully consistent with, and supportive of, our policy of responding positively and constructively to the process of democratization and economic…

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Apr 15, 1991

The approach is quite simple: If we cannot get adequate food, medicine, clothing, and shelter to the Kurds living in the mountains along the Turkish-Iraq border, we must encourage the Kurds to move to areas in northern Iraq where the…

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Apr 15, 1991

That's what we call a ``slow ball'' in the trade. I am pleased that Americans are able to enjoy the benefits of the world's most dynamic and competitive telecommunications industry. Furthermore, I'm convinced that free broadcasting is a…

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Apr 15, 1991

Well, our number one priority is, and will remain, restoring strong economic growth because economic growth creates jobs and opportunities for all Americans. One key to long-term prosperity is an educated, innovative work force. I saluted…

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Apr 15, 1991

We are not going to say to them, 'Come down from the mountains; you will be protected,' and then not protect them.

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Apr 15, 1991

The main thing, long-term or short-term, from the very beginning we've been trying to save the lives of these women and children and men.

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Apr 15, 1991

I transmit herewith the annual report describing the activities of the Federal Government for fiscal year 1990 required by subtitle H, title V of the Energy Security Act.

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Apr 14, 1991

The future of broadcasting lies in your ability to remain close to your communities.

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Apr 14, 1991

I'm convinced that free broadcasting is a cornerstone of our democracy.

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Apr 14, 1991

It is always better for labor and management to resolve their differences and produce an agreement.

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Apr 14, 1991

A vote against Fast Track is a vote against all the things we hold dear -- prosperity at home and growth in other lands.

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Apr 14, 1991

These problems will never be solved without community action.

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