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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Nov 28, 1989

I will always endeavor to consult with the Congress on such foreign policy issues.

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Nov 28, 1989

I shall interpret such provisions so as not to constrain the constitutional primacy of the President in that arena.

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Nov 28, 1989

I think a Europe whole and free is less vision than perhaps reality.

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Nov 28, 1989

I call on the Congress to exercise greater restraint in the future.

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Nov 28, 1989

I feel more strongly about that...than I did even 2 or 3 days ago.

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Nov 28, 1989

It would be dumb for me to respond to such a hypothetical question.

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Nov 28, 1989

I shall treat them as unenacted and severable from the balance of H.R. 2461.

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Nov 28, 1989

I am particularly concerned about those provisions that derogate from the President's authority under the Constitution to conduct our foreign policy.

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Nov 28, 1989

I have signed this bill notwithstanding the reservations that I have with certain of its provisions.

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Nov 27, 1989

I take great pleasure today in signing S. 978, the 'National Museum of the American Indian Act.'

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Nov 27, 1989

Godspeed, and good luck, and thank you very much for doing this.

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Nov 27, 1989

I will be anxious to hear your report on the ways that we can help Poland achieve its democratic destiny.

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Nov 27, 1989

Our aid must be seed money for free market reform and for the involvement of our private sector.

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Nov 27, 1989

I've told you that we don't go there with specific proposals.

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Nov 27, 1989

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.

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