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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Jan 18, 1990

We cannot allow the high costs of housing to suffocate the financial life of America's young people.

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Jan 18, 1990

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, and in order to establish an advisory committee on science and technology, it is hereby ordered as follows:

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Jan 17, 1990

Congratulations to you and the crew, after all those somersaults -- but doing a superb job up there on this mission.

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Jan 17, 1990

America's work is unfinished, but her promise -- I still believe it -- is unlimited.

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Jan 17, 1990

They engaged in detailed discussions of the situation in the Middle East.

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Jan 17, 1990

The two Presidents discussed a wide range of issues, including changes in the Soviet Union.

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Jan 17, 1990

I want to see them put the power where it should be in this matter.

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Jan 17, 1990

Don't worry about our friends, Turkey -- we'll take care of that.

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Jan 16, 1990

It is my objective to get the troops out, to get back to the levels before this military action.

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Jan 16, 1990

I've learned not to comment on matters that I have not seen verified.

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Jan 16, 1990

I intend to nominate Susan Jane Koch to be an Assistant Director of the United States Arms Control and Disarmament Agency.

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Jan 16, 1990

This is prudent. It is right. And I'm not driven by the summit.

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Jan 16, 1990

Well, let me just say that this is my first chance to, in person, thank General Thurman and his troops for the outstanding job they did for our country in Panama.

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Jan 16, 1990

This is my first chance to, in person, thank General Thurman and his troops for the outstanding job they did for our country in Panama.

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Jan 16, 1990

They place teamwork before turf, giving crimefighters everywhere an example of how to cooperate against crime.

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Jan 15, 1990

I do hereby proclaim the week beginning March 18, 1990, as National Poison Prevention Week.

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Jan 15, 1990

It is difficult to imagine a better time or forum for such a dialog.

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Jan 13, 1990

Rabbi Schachtel was one of the great religious and civic leaders that I have known.

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Jan 11, 1990

You may not know this as a part of it because you're so close to everything, but you've got something truly unique going on here.

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