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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 14, 1991

If we lose this Fast Track authority, we lose any hope of achieving these three vital agreements.

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Apr 14, 1991

Every American has a role to play in solving these serious domestic problems.

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Apr 14, 1991

I call upon organizations that serve agricultural producers to strengthen their support for rural health and safety programs.

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Apr 14, 1991

We have much to gain from extending Fast Track -- a new era of open, free, and fair trade.

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Apr 14, 1991

I also urge them to protect their children, not only by instruction in safety habits, but also by setting an example of carefulness and by avoiding needless risks.

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Apr 14, 1991

He is one of our most knowledgeable leaders on trade matters, and his support is crucial as we pursue the Fast Track legislation.

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Apr 14, 1991

Our number one priority is, and will remain, restoring strong economic growth because economic growth creates jobs and opportunities for all Americans.

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Apr 14, 1991

The Bushes also reported $245,911 in income, from their blind trust.

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Apr 14, 1991

We must negotiate with our trading partners, and then we bring the negotiated pact to the Congress for an up or down vote.

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Apr 14, 1991

Senator Bentsen has been a strong and steadfast leader in the Senate on the Fast Track legislation.

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Apr 14, 1991

I urge all who live and work on our Nation's farms and ranches to make the preservation of personal health and safety an integral part of their daily activities.

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Apr 11, 1991

I am pleased to announce my intention to appoint James W. Dyer as Deputy Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs for the Senate.

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Apr 11, 1991

I hereby proclaim the month of April 1991 as Cancer Control Month.

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Apr 11, 1991

European Economic Community and President Jacques Santer of the European Council of Ministers April 11, 1991 President Bush. I was delighted to have the opportunity to meet with two friends, the EC Council President Jacques Santer and…

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Apr 11, 1991

Charles [Charles Bierbauer, Cable News Network], you're off on the wrong track. If you'd listen to what I said, you'd be right about this. There is no difference between these people. And it takes the United Nations action to do some…

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Apr 10, 1991

I reiterated our support for European integration and our shared interest in the development of a European security in the transatlantic alliance.

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Apr 10, 1991

Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1991 April 10, 1991 Today I have signed H.R. 1282, the ``Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1991.'' I am pleased that the Congress has acted quickly to provide funds to…

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Apr 10, 1991

We're looking forward to give relief to these people where they are.

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Apr 10, 1991

We agreed to continue to encourage the people of Yugoslavia to work out their differences peacefully and through democratic dialog.

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Apr 10, 1991

Our victory in the Gulf -- collective victory in the Gulf -- has proven that international cooperation can defeat aggression and lay the groundwork for new international cooperation.

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Apr 10, 1991

I am not going to involve any American troops in a civil war in Iraq.

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