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.
You may not believe me, but you will believe Bob. Or you will believe Helen, or you'll believe Jerry.
The doctrine of prevention is to work together to prevent the Iranians from having a nuclear weapon. I know, I know, here in Washington, you know, prevention means force. It doesn't mean force, necessarily. In this case, it means diplomacy.
I propose a new temporary worker program to match willing foreign workers with willing employers when no Americans can be found to fill the job.
And, by the way, I read the articles in the newspapers this weekend. It was just wild speculation, by the way.
No, I don't believe he should resign. I think he's done a fine job of not only conducting two battles, Afghanistan and Iraq, but also transforming our military.
My own judgment is, is that our party will continue to succeed because we're the party of ideas.
A nation of laws can also be a welcoming nation. And I believe a guest-worker program will help us rid of -- the society on the border of these coyotes who smuggle people in the back of 18-wheelers. I believe it's important for our nation…
And I want a comprehensive bill. And I have made that very clear to the members of the Congress, and I will continue making it clear to members of Congress.
Recognizes there are hard-working people here doing jobs Americans won't do, and they ought to be here in such a way so they don't have to hide in the shadows of our society.
Many people who have come into our country are helping our economy grow. It's just a fact of life.
Illegal immigration puts a strain on law enforcement and public resources, especially in our border communities.
There are hard-working people here doing jobs Americans won't do, and they ought to be here in such a way so they don't have to hide in the shadows of our society.
We've got to enforce the borders, but I understand family values don't stop at the Rio Grande River.
No person is better prepared for this important position. And I'm honored that Josh has agreed to serve.
Now Josh's job is to design a White House staff that meets the needs of the president.
I'm interested in comprehensive immigration reform that includes not only border security, but also a temporary work plan that recognizes there are hard working people here doing jobs Americans won't do and they ought to be here in such a…
Andy is respected by his colleagues for his humility, his decency, and his thoughtfulness.
I appreciate the example of grace and dignity they have displayed at a difficult time.





