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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Dec 27, 2006

This action by the United Nations, which was swift and tough, says that we are united in our determination to see to it that the Korean peninsula is nuclear weapons-free.

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Dec 26, 2006

For a nation that needed healing and for an office that needed a calm and steady hand, Gerald Ford came along when we needed him most.

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Dec 26, 2006

The Bush administration now wants to put polar bears on the list of threatened species. The reason: global warming. Their habitat is, well, melting.

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Dec 25, 2006

They think it is just a matter of time before America grows weary and leaves, abandons the people of Iraq, for example. And that's not going to happen.

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Dec 25, 2006

What I'm telling you is that we're going to have a border that is smart and secure.

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Dec 20, 2006

Iran is obviously part of the -- part of the problem. They sponsor Hezbollah. They encourage a radical brand of Islam. Imagine how difficult this issue would be if Iran had a nuclear weapon.

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Dec 20, 2006

This action by the United Nations, which was swift and tough, says that we are united in our determination to see to it that the Korean peninsula is nuclear weapons-free.

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