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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Nov 22, 1990

The U.S.-Egyptian relationship is extremely close and is a true force for peace in the region.

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Nov 21, 1990

I learned once again something I already knew: how lucky we are to have this all-volunteer force as strong, as well-trained, and as highly motivated as they are.

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Nov 21, 1990

I don't believe there's a marine out here that are not as upset as I am about the way innocent civilians are being treated.

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Nov 21, 1990

There could hardly be a prouder moment than sharing Thanksgiving with this family.

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Nov 21, 1990

No President, none at all, is quick to order American troops abroad.

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Nov 21, 1990

This is a real world situation, and we're not walking away until our mission is done.

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Nov 21, 1990

We are here because we believe in freedom: our freedom and the freedom of others.

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Nov 21, 1990

I learned that they're willing to be apart from their own loved ones because they feel it is their duty and their obligation.

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Nov 20, 1990

I hope that will get the message to Saddam Hussein how serious not only the United States is but other countries are.

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Nov 20, 1990

The cold war is over, and now we move on to working with the various countries in the CSCE and others for a peaceful and stable Europe.

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Nov 20, 1990

We are determined to make full use of the CSCE as a framework for the formulation of common environmental commitments and objectives.

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Nov 20, 1990

I reiterated the total commitment of the United States to the objectives that are enshrined in 10 United Nations Security Council resolutions.

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Nov 20, 1990

I agree that a land exchange of the kind contemplated in H.R. 5264 offers an appropriate method for carrying out this effort at environmental preservation.

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