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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Dec 11, 1989

I believe these provisions will assist significantly our struggle to rid our Nation's schools of drug and alcohol abuse.

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Dec 11, 1989

In signing the joint resolution, I note that the power to convene a session of the Congress other than on a given date set by law is vested in the President by Article II, Section 3 of the Constitution.

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Dec 11, 1989

I look forward with enthusiasm to the enactment of Administration-supported CBI legislation early next year.

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Dec 11, 1989

I am pleased that the initial phase of negotiations to implement my program has been successfully completed.

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Dec 11, 1989

What we do need is to let school administrators and State and local officials implement programs to prevent substance abuse with creativity, wisdom, and fairness.

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Dec 11, 1989

I wish to reemphasize this Nation's strong determination to oppose international terrorists and the states that support them.

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Dec 11, 1989

I shall interpret these provisions as placing no limit on our negotiations and communications with foreign governments.

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Dec 11, 1989

I am pleased today to sign H.J. Res. 175, which authorizes the entry into force of the Compact of Free Association between the United States and Palau.

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Dec 11, 1989

Through faith and, yes, family, we can help America serve all mankind.

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Dec 11, 1989

What a wonderful message for this Christmas season -- a message of the renewal which springs from faith, hope, generosity, and freedom.

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Dec 11, 1989

Today I sign H.R. 3275, the 'Steel Trade Liberalization Program Implementation Act.'

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Dec 11, 1989

I hope that Palau's voters will fully participate in the upcoming plebiscite and exercise their democratic right to set their own course for the future.

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Dec 11, 1989

We take seriously our obligations for the security of Palau and will support the efforts of a sovereign, self-governing Palau to attain its full economic potential.

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Dec 11, 1989

Today I am signing H.R. 91, the 'Anti-Terrorism and Arms Export Amendments Act of 1989.'

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Dec 11, 1989

I am particularly pleased with the bilateral consensus agreements to eliminate trade-distorting practices.

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Dec 11, 1989

I have today approved H.R. 3614, the 'Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989.'

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Dec 11, 1989

Human dignity somehow eclipsed this nation as does 'love thy neighbor.'

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Dec 11, 1989

I am determined to protect the right of every parent to send their children to the care center of their choice, and that includes, and must include, church-sponsored centers.

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Dec 10, 1989

I have today signed H.R. 1495, the 'Arms Control and Disarmament Amendments Act of 1989.'

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Dec 10, 1989

Individual freedom means nothing without individual responsibility.

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