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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Jun 13, 1990

What unites us is our commitment to peace, prosperity, and to the freedom that makes peace and prosperity possible.

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Jun 13, 1990

We become ever more grateful for our father's love and discipline, and for the many sacrifices he has made for our sake.

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Jun 13, 1990

America is proud of her role in the Pacific -- a commitment that has fostered peace and freedom and economic development among democratic friends like Thailand.

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Jun 13, 1990

I do hereby proclaim June 14, 1990, as Flag Day, and the week beginning June 10, 1990, as National Flag Week.

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Jun 13, 1990

This objective can be best achieved voluntarily through employee-employer negotiations.

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Jun 13, 1990

Relations between our countries now span some 150 years, and we share many goals in common.

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Jun 13, 1990

I also urge the American people to celebrate those days from Flag Day through Independence Day as a time to honor America.

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Jun 13, 1990

Thailand is now enjoying a diversified and rapidly expanding economy, a stable government, and a business community attractive to foreign investors.

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Jun 12, 1990

I have every reason to believe that Cuban people would have a right to achieve the freedom that other countries have achieved.

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Jun 12, 1990

I think that would be enormously helpful to get for the Cuban people what most every other country in this hemisphere has and clearly what many in Eastern Europe are enjoying -- democracy and freedom.

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Jun 11, 1990

Republicans are the ones who want to keep this economy strong, and we fought every step of the way against those who want to bring America to a grinding halt.

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Jun 11, 1990

I will talk about the fact that I think the flag should be protected by a constitutional amendment.

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Jun 11, 1990

I feel it deep in my heart because the flag and what it means is carried in the hearts of all Americans.

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Jun 11, 1990

Our goal is to build a better America for our children and for those who will come after them in the next century.

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Jun 11, 1990

The more talking we do, the more convinced I am that they will see that what we're proposing is most stabilizing and is best for the Soviet Union as well as Western Europe and Eastern Europe.

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Jun 10, 1990

By the year 2000, every school in America will be free of drugs and violence.

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Jun 10, 1990

Here, they make the kids want to resist drugs by showing them that they're people who deserve respect.

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Jun 10, 1990

I do hereby proclaim the week of June 10 through June 16, 1990, as State-Supported Homes for Veterans Week.

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Jun 7, 1990

Thank you for giving Barbara and me the opportunity to serve the greatest country on the face of the Earth.

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Jun 7, 1990

Under the leadership of Governor Branstad, Iowa is forging a new sense of cooperation between its citizens and the Soviet people.

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Jun 7, 1990

I would not be President of the United States if it hadn't been for Iowa.

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Jun 7, 1990

I remain very grateful because I know just exactly how I got here -- having an opportunity to serve as President in this most fascinating of times.

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