George H.W. Bush
The Public Record
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.
We must build on our achievements thus far to reach agreements that fulfill our objectives of reducing the risk of war and enhancing security and stability.
Maintaining credible and effective nuclear deterrent forces is essential both to our security and to our ability to negotiate sound and stabilizing agreements.
Only we can define a successful life both for the individual and the Nation.
Every school in this country can win; every school in this country can be safe and drug free.
The production, trafficking, and consumption of illicit narcotics have become a worldwide menace of unprecedented proportions.
It is clear the Convention has enthusiastic support in the international community.
We have to summon the courage to confront the evil that exists in the world.
Today marks the opening of round XI of the nuclear and space talks in Geneva.
Life is measured not by what's in our bank account but by holding ourselves to account for the well-being of our community.
Our negotiators return to the bargaining table with my firm pledge that we will work vigorously to achieve fair and far-reaching agreements that strengthen peace.
You understand that students have a right to learn in drug-free schools.
Congratulations on wrapping up and winning the NCAA Baseball Championship.
The United States welcomes the announcement of the Hungarian Government's intention to begin discussions with the opposition as a first step to multiparty elections.
You've proven there's also no place like Omaha and the College World Series.
I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate Henry S. Rowen to be an Assistant Secretary of Defense.
I do hereby proclaim the week beginning June 11, 1989, as National Scleroderma Awareness Week.
You wanted to prove to people all over the country that somebody outside those States can play baseball.
We wanted to prove to people all over the country that somebody outside those States can play baseball.





