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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.
Agreements and Fast Track Authority Extension March 1, 1991 To the Congress of the United States: Pursuant to section 1103(b)(2) of the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988 (Public Law 100-418; 102 Stat. 1129), I transmit herewith…
Well, the question of third party nationals or Kuwaiti detainees will be presented both at the military meeting on the border, and it is being debated and presented as one of the demands in our Security Council resolution. I'm not sure…
Well, the Soviet Union is a major, significant country that should be treated, as we would other countries, with the proper respect. They have a long-standing knowledge of and interest in the Middle East. And so we will deal with the…
Well, you know, I've heard that. From the very beginning that was one of the things that was thrown up to me as to why not to use armed force, why I shouldn't commit the forces of the United States on the ground or in the air--the…
Certification March 1, 1991 Memorandum for the Secretary of State Subject: Certifications for Major Narcotics Producing and Transit Countries By virtue of the authority vested in me by Section 481(h)(2)(A)(i) of the Foreign Assistance Act…
It's a little early because these consultations are just beginning. But what I really believe is that the conditions are now better than ever. And it's not simply the restored credibility of the United States, for example. There are a lot…
Well, we've tried to make clear, and I did last night, that our argument has not been with the Iraqi people. We've said that from the very beginning. And let's hope that they realize the best way to--or the most peaceful relationship is to…
It's been good. The Foreign Minister. ----American people and French people in this difficult period of time. I'm sure we will continue now to settle the peace for the future and to have good cooperation together between ourselves and…
Mineral Resources February 28, 1991 To the Congress of the United States: I transmit herewith the 1990 Annual Report on Alaska's Mineral Resources, pursuant to section 1011 of the Alaska National Interest Lands Conservation Act (Public Law…
I don't want to take any questions here in the Oval Office, but we have with us today the Foreign Minister from one of our fundamentally key coalition partners. And I will take this opportunity to express my appreciation not only to…
May I simply repeat what I said a minute ago to the first wave of journalists. I still will not take questions in here, but this is a very special day. And it is most fitting that Roland Dumas, a friend, Foreign Minister of France, be here…
Well, that's what we all want to do, so we'll have a chance to talk about the problems and the challenges that lie ahead. Thank you all very much. The Foreign Minister. Thank you very much. [At this point, another group of journalists…
We must do that. The Foreign Minister. Thank you very much, Mr. President. Note: The President spoke at 1:17 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks, the President referred to President Francois Mitterrand of France…
We are very grateful to His Majesty for this total cooperation. In the beginning, we think back to all the predictions of how the command problems would not work, and here it's not only worked but it's worked so much faster. The Prince…
Yes. So, please tell His Majesty how grateful we are for the steadfast support. When we talk coalition, I mean, that's exactly what it is. Incidentally, your briefer has won the hearts of many Americans, including Barbara Bush over there…
Yes. The Prince. And I think people in this country should be very proud of them. And we all are proud of you and your leadership--the steadiness and how you got the whole world to be together. As you say, in this country, the proof is in…
They have not acted rationally. And so I think we did the right thing back in August. And then on, when Dick moved these additional forces, I think that facilitated the battle in a way that's kept your loss of life, our loss of life way…
Is in the eating. But it's worked well. You know, I remember the early days, the question mark as to whether these Iraqi forces would have gone south. The more I think about it--and I don't know whether we have any differences on that--the…
Have you heard anything yet from Iraq lately? I mean, we have---- The Prince. No, other than what's public. Note: The President spoke at 5:40 p.m. in the Oval Office at the White House. In his remarks he referred to King Fahd bin `Abd…
Well, I plan to thank the allies. I was just talking to Bandar, His Royal Highness, about calling King Fahd. I've not done that yet because I think, in his first 24 hours of emotional victory, if you will, there are many things on his…
I am proud to offer my congratulations on this very important 30th anniversary and my strong support and best wishes for the future.
When I mention Deb and Mary, of course, I'm talking about two of your own -- two State legislators.
I haven't yet felt this wonderfully euphoric feeling that many of the American people feel.
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