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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 23, 2005

The Bush administration could make the request as early as tomorrow.

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Jan 23, 2005

In Washington the Bush administration is planning to ask for more money to fund the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Congressional aides say the request is for $80 billion.

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Jan 23, 2005

... seeking common ground where possible and persuading increasing numbers of our fellow citizens of the rightness of our cause. This is the path and the culture of life that we seek for our country, and...

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Jan 23, 2005

The Bush administration is planning to ask for more money to fund the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Jan 23, 2005

...seeking common ground where possible and persuading increasing numbers of our fellow citizens of the rightness of our cause. This is the path and the culture of life that we seek for our country, and...

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Jan 16, 2005

While this week's inauguration is not a first for president George W. Bush, it is the first since the war on terror began. And for that reason, security will be like nothing we've ever seen before.

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Jan 13, 2005

What's interesting, both the Bush administration and some states have had these marriage initiatives. And they're going to teach us how to stay married, teach us how to have family values.

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Jan 13, 2005

I guess it's not the most diplomatic of language. Laura, as a matter of fact, chewed me out right after that.

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Jan 13, 2005

I want justice. And there's an old poster out West, as I recall, that said, Wanted, dead or alive.

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Jan 11, 2005

Saddam Hussein retained the intent and the capability to rebuild his weapons programs.

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Jan 10, 2005

Mike has shown a deep commitment to the cause of justice and an unwavering determination to protect the American people.

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Jan 10, 2005

Our nation is still at war. We're focused. We're taking decisive actions on the home front that are critical to winning this war.

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Dec 28, 2004

The United States has pledged at least initially $35 million in immediate relief support.

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Dec 28, 2004

The loss and grief to the world, quote, 'beyond our comprehension.'

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Dec 28, 2004

The United States has pledged at least initially $35 million in immediate relief support.

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Dec 28, 2004

These past few days have brought loss and grief to the world that is beyond our comprehension. The United States will continue to stand with the affected governments as they care for the victims. We will stand with them as they start to…

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Dec 27, 2004

The president will make a speech about the disaster after a National Security Council meeting tomorrow morning.

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Dec 27, 2004

He has directed the U.S. government to take a leading role in the rescue and relief efforts in Asia

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Dec 27, 2004

The president will make a speech about the disaster after a National Security Council meeting tomorrow morning

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Dec 22, 2004

As Mayor Rudy Giuliani's police commissioner, he had great success in reducing crime in New York City.

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