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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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Sep 27, 1990

I have reaffirmed to the Amir that America's resolve to end this aggression against Kuwait remains firm and undiminished.

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Sep 27, 1990

It is this kind of exciting change that has the full support of the American people.

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Sep 27, 1990

I reiterated our strong belief that we just continue to stand on the principles by which the United States and the rest of the civilized world are governed.

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Sep 27, 1990

I do hereby proclaim the week of September 30 through October 6, 1990, as National Job Skills Week.

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Sep 27, 1990

I urge all Americans to join me in renewing our commitment to protecting the lives and health of all our Nation's children as we focus special attention on the needs of adolescents.

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Sep 27, 1990

Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity will be restored.

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Sep 27, 1990

I just said that we support strongly the democratic change all across Eastern Europe.

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Sep 27, 1990

The Senate is urged to restore the requested level, including the $210 million cut from the NATO Infrastructure appropriation request.

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Sep 27, 1990

And finally, His Highness and I agreed that we must keep all our options open to ensure that Iraq's unlawful occupation of Kuwait is ended and Kuwait's legitimate government restored.

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Sep 27, 1990

During 'Minority Enterprise Development Week,' we recognize the outstanding achievements of the Nation's minority business men and women.

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Sep 27, 1990

I look forward to the day that I can visit you and the Kuwaiti people in your rightful home Kuwait.

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Sep 27, 1990

Minority business men and women have always demonstrated the kind of commitment to excellence that is vital to keeping America strong and competitive.

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Sep 27, 1990

That means that no nation should be allowed to conduct its relations with another on the basis of threats or the use of brute force.

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Sep 27, 1990

We're very anxious to see this democratic change solidified and continuing in a lot of countries.

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Sep 25, 1990

Time has run out. Congress must act because America deserves better.

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Sep 25, 1990

I'm not interested in raising the tax rates on the American people.

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Sep 25, 1990

It must achieve, at a minimum, the environmental benefits I have set forth in my bill, and it must do so in an efficient manner.

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