George H.W. Bush

I learned something long ago: Do not intervene in the internal affairs of another country.

No agency of the U.S. Government shall encourage, enter directly into, or commit U.S. firms to any offset arrangement in connection with the sale of defense goods or services to foreign governments.

Given the choice, a free and fair choice between democracy and totalitarianism, people all around the world are opting for democracy.

France has a special historical position regarding the NATO alliance.

The United States Government is committed to the principles of free and fair trade.

I think many of our allies look to us as the first among equals.

When you do, you'll be doing more than business, because I think you will really be showing the flag for, and your confidence in, democracy itself.

I believe the United States of America has a great deal at stake in the success of Violeta Chamorro, but more so in democracy itself in Nicaragua.

I think it's premature for a three-way free trade agreement.

The time has come to consult with our friends and allies regarding the use of offsets in defense procurement.

The United States Government views certain offsets for military exports as economically inefficient and market distorting.

Nicaragua will close a painful chapter in its history and begin a new story, a new life in democracy.

The main thing is that France and the United States be in total synchronization on alliance problems.

The business of democracy-building is a task that requires strong and steady support from the private sector.

I have pledged to Mrs. Chamorro that the United States Government would respond in Nicaragua's hour of need.

I want to be sure anything we do is productive.

I don't believe in them.

I'm inclined to think we ought to forgive -- not forget, necessarily.

The special relationship between our two countries was evident as they considered a strong and steady Western response to the changes in Eastern Europe.

I'm one of the better kite flyers.

I viewed that as a very positive statement.

I feel I have a very frank and open relationship with Margaret Thatcher, for whom I have tremendous respect.

It was sweet, and it was very thoughtful of John Harper to do this.

We want to keep on going.

I can't say to the American people that this is an instant short-term formula for success.