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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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Feb 28, 1989

We will create these enterprise zones, which I think would be the best antidote to poverty in the inner city.

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Feb 28, 1989

The United States has a fundamental interest in assisting the people of Cyprus in the search for a lasting and just settlement.

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Feb 28, 1989

Public service is not made easier by claims that cannot be substantiated.

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Feb 28, 1989

To remind all Americans of the importance of proper eye care, the Congress has requested the President to proclaim the first week in March of each year as 'Save Your Vision Week.'

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Feb 27, 1989

I want to make unequivocally clear that the United States will not tolerate any assault on these rights of American citizens.

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Feb 27, 1989

I'm committed on two grounds... who best to run the Pentagon.

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Feb 27, 1989

The United States will not tolerate any assault on these rights of American citizens.

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Feb 27, 1989

I am proud to nominate Jewel S. Lafontant to this important position.

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Feb 27, 1989

I am pleased to nominate John H. Kelly to be an Assistant Secretary of State.

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Feb 27, 1989

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate James O. Mason to be an Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services.

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Feb 27, 1989

I have determined that the following major producing and/or major transit countries do not meet the standards set forth in Section 481(h)(2)(A): Afghanistan, Burma, Iran, Laos, Panama and Syria.

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Feb 27, 1989

I don't think it is fair to permit perception to be the guideline.

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Feb 26, 1989

The success of our nation's foreign policy is the responsibility of the President, with the counsel and support of the Congress.

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Feb 26, 1989

The people of Cuba and oppressed people everywhere look to the U.N. as their last best hope.

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Feb 26, 1989

I call upon other members of the Commission and all countries that value freedom to maintain pressure on the Cuban Government by continuing U.N. monitoring of the human rights situation in Cuba.

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Feb 26, 1989

For too long, the U.N. has focused on small countries which lack extensive support within the organization.

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Feb 26, 1989

The world looks to America for leadership not just because we're militarily strong, not just because we have the world's largest economy, but because the ideas we have championed are now dominant.

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Feb 26, 1989

The United States remains committed to the security and freedom of the Republic of Korea.

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Feb 26, 1989

The report which was released in Geneva is based on firsthand testimony about persistent violations of human rights in that country.

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Feb 26, 1989

Thank you, Mr. President, very much for an unforgettable visit.

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Feb 26, 1989

Last year the international community won an important victory when the U.N. Human Rights Commission decided to conduct a full investigation into the situation in Cuba.

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Feb 26, 1989

I wish to express my support for the U.N. Human Rights Commission's report on human rights in Cuba.

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Feb 25, 1989

I wanted to assure the Chinese leaders that I am going to do my level best to get our deficit down.

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