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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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Oct 5, 1989

I am submitting herewith updated reports concerning consultations undertaken by the United States Government to eliminate trade barriers to U.S. wine exports in certain foreign countries.

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Oct 5, 1989

I didn't use military force because it wasn't warranted under the existing circumstances.

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Oct 4, 1989

I look forward to learning about your accomplishments and recognizing personally those individuals whose efforts support our objectives of improving services to our citizens and reducing the cost of Government operations.

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Oct 4, 1989

The strength and success of the United States depend upon the performance of the 4.3 million civil servants and uniformed services personnel around the world.

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Oct 4, 1989

We must also remember the importance of teaching them the difference between liberty and license.

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Oct 4, 1989

The flag is a unique symbol, the unique symbol of our nation which must be protected from desecration.

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Oct 4, 1989

I believe that a constitutional amendment, carefully drawn, is necessary in order to provide proper protection.

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Oct 4, 1989

Our nation's veterans hold a very special place in the hearts of our country for their selfless devotion to duty and commitment to service.

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Oct 4, 1989

The people of our country deserve the very best and most efficient services that the Federal Government can provide.

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Oct 4, 1989

As a Nation, we have no greater obligation than to help provide every child with the opportunity to grow up healthy, safe, and well-educated.

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Oct 4, 1989

I am calling on you to enlist the talents and creativity of your employees in a partnership to serve the needs of all Americans.

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Oct 4, 1989

Veterans Day is a time when all Americans can pay tribute to our veterans for their willingness to give their lives for this great nation and for the cause of freedom.

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Oct 4, 1989

Freedom is not free, and the men and women who have fought to preserve this nation's liberty have indeed been willing to sacrifice everything in that noble cause.

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Oct 4, 1989

I look forward to the day that Germans will not have to climb fences, freeze in embassy courtyards, or dodge bullets in order to enjoy the fruits of a free society.

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Oct 4, 1989

I want to challenge everyone in Government to find ways of improving the quality of services and products without increasing their costs.

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Oct 4, 1989

I intend to grant Presidential Quality and Management Improvement Awards.

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Oct 4, 1989

I urge the Congress to send to the States for ratification the bipartisan amendment proposed by Congressmen Montgomery and Michel and Senators Dixon and Dole.

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Oct 3, 1989

The Department of Justice believes that a statutory approach of the kind embodied in S. 1338 or H.R. 2978 would not survive Supreme Court review.

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Oct 3, 1989

I really believe it: From now on in America, any definition of the successful life must include service to others.

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