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.
Dec 10, 1989
I believe, however, that one section of H.R. 1495 must be carefully construed to avoid constitutional concerns.
Dec 10, 1989
I have today signed S. 488, the 'Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Technology Competitiveness Act of 1989.'
Dec 10, 1989
I read section 6(e)(1) as calling for a good faith effort to identify additional joint ventures worthy of support.
Dec 10, 1989
Renewable energy and energy efficiency will play an important role in our Nation's energy strategy particularly with regard to current concerns about global climatic change.
Dec 10, 1989
The support the Act gives to research and development programs in these technologies is expected to bring closer the day when we have energy alternatives that meet the energy demands of a growing economy with minimal impact on the…
Dec 10, 1989
I understand section 6(d) simply to contemplate that the Secretary should take account of any recommendations provided.
Dec 10, 1989
I have told Sam Skinner that the fight against drunk and drugged driving is one of the key transportation goals of this administration.
Dec 10, 1989
The arrest of Arce Gomez sends a message that the President will work with other governments to pursue vigorously individuals who traffic in drugs.
Dec 10, 1989
I shall interpret the language of this Act so as not to detract from my constitutional authority to protect information relating to treaty negotiations or other sensitive national security information.
Dec 10, 1989
I have signed S. 488 with the understanding that the Advisory Committee's functions are purely advisory and that its recommendations in no way constrain the Secretary of Energy in the performance of his statutory duties.
Dec 9, 1989
We will continue to condemn such human rights violations and to call upon the leaders of all countries to honor both the letter and spirit of international human rights agreements.
Dec 9, 1989
Safeguarding individual liberty and fundamental human rights is not only the duty of any legitimate government, but also the key to economic prosperity and lasting peace among nations.
Dec 7, 1989
I'm delighted to be here to salute a man who embodies values of hard work, honesty, and strength of character.
Dec 7, 1989
And let's make Tom Tauke the next Senator from the great State of Iowa.
Dec 7, 1989
Tom Tauke knows Iowa from the banks of the Mississippi to the bluffs of the Missouri.
Dec 7, 1989
Hank understands what farmers are going through to produce a crop nowadays.
Dec 7, 1989
We want to make America's educational system number one in the world again.
Dec 7, 1989
I'm going to let Bill Bennett add to this -- but to a myriad of programs across the country.
Dec 7, 1989
He is one of the best and brightest, as they say, a principled politician, a top player on our Republican team.
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