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 1, 1989

Our support is for the process of change rather than for any particular party or candidate.

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Oct 31, 1989

Healthy economies are the only lasting solution for eliminating the drug trade and substituting legitimate trade.

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Oct 31, 1989

The bill is also inconsistent with long-standing national policies of welcoming foreign investment and allowing the market to allocate resources without unnecessary regulatory interference.

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Oct 31, 1989

I am very pleased to announce my intention to nominate Dr. Antonia Coello Novello to be Surgeon General of the Public Health Service.

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Oct 30, 1989

I recommend the Senate give early and favorable consideration to the convention, together with a related protocol, and give its advice and consent to ratification.

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Oct 30, 1989

Today I announced my intention to appoint Dean C. Swanson as a member of the President's National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee.

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Oct 30, 1989

That's one of the things I want to -- I don't want to have two gigantic ships pass in the night because of failed communication.

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Oct 30, 1989

I don't expect to have everybody that's been firing away at me up there jump up with joy.

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Oct 29, 1989

And so, it is with that hope and with great personal pride in America's police that I will now join in the groundbreaking for the National Law Enforcement Officers' Memorial.

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Oct 29, 1989

The mission will focus on those economic sectors where U.S. expertise and experience can be of greatest assistance -- agriculture, business management, industry, financial services.

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Oct 29, 1989

For all who have lost their lives protecting the public, this memorial will stand as a tribute to their courage and their sacrifice.

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Oct 29, 1989

This memorial will stand as a tribute to their courage and their sacrifice.

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Oct 29, 1989

Routine assignments continue to hold special danger for law enforcement.

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Oct 27, 1989

It was very ironic: there was only one man in a military uniform in this meeting of democracies.

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