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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Jul 2, 1990

We don't have to assure them of anything, but I want them to understand the facts.

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Jul 2, 1990

On behalf of the people of the United States, the President extends his sincere condolences to the families of those individuals killed in the accident.

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Jul 2, 1990

I have further found that a satisfactory balance of concessions in trade and services has been maintained during the life of the Agreement on Trade Relations between the United States of America and Romania.

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Jul 2, 1990

I have determined that actual or foreseeable reductions in United States tariffs and nontariff trade barriers resulting from multilateral negotiations are satisfactorily reciprocated by Romania.

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Jul 1, 1990

I'm anxious to hear from Secretary Cheney and General Powell and others on this matter that you've raised.

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Jul 1, 1990

We don't dictate; we just say, here's our views, and then represent them as best we can.

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Jul 1, 1990

I don't want to mislead you, but there will be some very interesting developments out of it.

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Jul 1, 1990

What I expect is a document that is unanimously agreed to that will set the course for the future.

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Jul 1, 1990

We're discussing the NATO agenda here today, and we'll discuss it with our colleagues when we get over there.

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Jun 28, 1990

This peace must be achieved on the basis of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 242 and 338 and the principle of territory for peace.

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Jun 28, 1990

I add my full endorsement as President of the United States to this otherwise nonbinding expression of congressional sentiment.

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Jun 28, 1990

I call upon the people of the United States to observe that day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

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Jun 28, 1990

I have further determined...that it is appropriate to designate Bahrain as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the GSP.

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Jun 28, 1990

I have determined that the previous determination in Proclamation No. 5805...was erroneous, and the restrictions of section 504(f)(1) of the 1974 Act are therefore inapplicable to Bahrain.

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Jun 28, 1990

I also want to reaffirm U.S. determination to pursue efforts toward a comprehensive, just, and lasting Middle East peace.

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Jun 28, 1990

I have determined that the previous determination in Proclamation No. 5805 that the per capita gross national product of Bahrain for calendar year 1985 exceeded the applicable limit under section 504(f) of the 1974 Act was erroneous.

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Jun 28, 1990

Our future depends on education, and education begins with literacy.

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Jun 28, 1990

I have determined that certain technical rectifications to the HTS are necessary.

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