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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Sep 23, 1990

To the extent permitted by law, the Commission shall provide advice to the Secretary of Education as the Secretary develops and monitors Federal efforts to promote quality education for Hispanic Americans.

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Sep 23, 1990

This Executive order will create the President's Advisory Commission on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans.

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Sep 23, 1990

The move away from apartheid toward a new political reality is indeed irreversible.

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Sep 23, 1990

The Hispanic dedication to the dignity of life and to faith and to family and to freedom is an inspiration.

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Sep 23, 1990

The White House Office of National Service shall highlight and encourage the efforts of volunteers and the private sector to improve the quality of education for Hispanic Americans.

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Sep 23, 1990

It is time for a change: time to put Chief Turner in charge of the whole city.

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Sep 23, 1990

The Initiative shall also assist the Secretary of Education in carrying out the Secretary's responsibilities under this order.

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Sep 23, 1990

It is inconsistent with Federal credit policies involving direct and guaranteed loan subsidies.

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Sep 23, 1990

That isn't the question here. The question is international law and respect for one's neighbor.

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Sep 23, 1990

These hate crimes have no place in a free society and we're not going to stand for them.

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Sep 23, 1990

The end of apartheid holds the promise of unleashing the creative energies of the restless millions.

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Sep 23, 1990

America is often called a melting pot, but that doesn't mean that everyone and everything merge into some bland sameness.

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Sep 23, 1990

Our action in the Gulf is about our determination to stand up with other nations against aggression.

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Sep 23, 1990

To permit Saddam Hussein to link these two questions and approve of his aggression that way -- I simply can't do that.

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Sep 23, 1990

He's been out on the streets of Washington, walking the beat.

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Sep 23, 1990

Our objectives remain clear: Iraq must withdraw from Kuwait completely, immediately, and without condition.

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Sep 23, 1990

Clearly, the time has come to encourage and assist the emerging new South Africa.

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Sep 23, 1990

The Secretary of Education shall periodically report to the President on the progress achieved by Hispanic American students toward national education goals.

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Sep 23, 1990

The Commission shall provide advice to the Secretary of Education on the progress of Hispanic Americans toward achievement of national education goals.

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Sep 23, 1990

We must see that education is the key to our future, to our identity as a nation, and to our very soul as a people.

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Sep 20, 1990

I intend to nominate Charles L. Cragin, of Maine, to be Chairman of the Board of Veterans Appeals for a term of 6 years.

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