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.
I've signed a directive asking Doctor Cavazos to form an Hispanic Education Task Force to assess how well Federal education programs serve Hispanics.
We are witnessing dramatic and historic events in Eastern Europe that were scarcely imaginable a year ago.
I hope I didn't interrupt our wonderful Secretary of Education, Larry Cavazos.
United States assistance to Poland and Hungary is designed to contribute to the development of democratic institutions and political pluralism in those countries.
Thank you, God bless you all, and thank you very much for coming to the White House.
We've got to work together to protect this heritage, work together as leaders in government and business.
I also want to note my appreciation for your comments on behalf of the many dedicated employees of the Office of Thrift Supervision.
Our growing Hispanic community will soon form the largest minority in our nation.
If this is to remain the land of opportunity, then all the citizens of America must be well-educated, must be well-prepared for the challenges of the future.
The United States has encouraged and promoted these changes, which offer the prospect of a Europe whole and free, and a more peaceful world.
I commend your willingness to remain for a period of time to assist in an orderly transition.
The formation in Poland of the first non-Communist government in Eastern Europe in more than 40 years hopefully represents only the beginning of a more profound systemic transformation in the region.
The political and economic reforms in Hungary are further evidence of this phenomenon.
It makes a difference if you have a leader that you can pick up the phone and talk to and get advice from.
I was able to talk in a straightforward manner with Mr. Gorbachev with no rancor.
The United States is committed to meeting the requirements of the Panama Canal Treaty even under current circumstances in which no legitimate government authority exists in Panama.





