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 will always endeavor to consult with the Congress on such foreign policy issues.
I shall interpret such provisions so as not to constrain the constitutional primacy of the President in that arena.
I shall treat them as unenacted and severable from the balance of H.R. 2461.
I am particularly concerned about those provisions that derogate from the President's authority under the Constitution to conduct our foreign policy.
I have signed this bill notwithstanding the reservations that I have with certain of its provisions.
I take great pleasure today in signing S. 978, the 'National Museum of the American Indian Act.'
I will be anxious to hear your report on the ways that we can help Poland achieve its democratic destiny.
Our aid must be seed money for free market reform and for the involvement of our private sector.
The National Museum of the American Indian will be dedicated to the collection, preservation, and exhibition of American Indian languages, literature, history, art, anthropology, and culture.





