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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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Oct 9, 1989

Your special team brought the title back -- right back to where the Little League began.

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Oct 9, 1989

You know, Casey Stengel once asked of the early 1960's Mets: 'Can anybody here play this game?'.

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Oct 9, 1989

I do hereby proclaim the week beginning October 8, 1989, as National School Lunch Week.

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Oct 9, 1989

He showed, like Little League, that what matters is how we conduct ourselves off as well as on the field.

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Oct 5, 1989

I am submitting herewith updated reports concerning consultations undertaken by the United States Government to eliminate trade barriers to U.S. wine exports in certain foreign countries.

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Oct 5, 1989

I didn't use military force because it wasn't warranted under the existing circumstances.

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Oct 5, 1989

It is my intention to encourage recruiting from as many sources as possible in order to secure a large corps of qualified workers who are mindful of the Bureau's obligation to conduct the most accurate census practicable.

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Oct 4, 1989

I want to challenge everyone in Government to find ways of improving the quality of services and products without increasing their costs.

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Oct 4, 1989

Veterans Day is a time when all Americans can pay tribute to our veterans for their willingness to give their lives for this great nation and for the cause of freedom.

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Oct 4, 1989

The people of our country deserve the very best and most efficient services that the Federal Government can provide.

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Oct 4, 1989

I urge the Congress to send to the States for ratification the bipartisan amendment proposed by Congressmen Montgomery and Michel and Senators Dixon and Dole.

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Oct 4, 1989

Our nation's veterans hold a very special place in the hearts of our country for their selfless devotion to duty and commitment to service.

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Oct 4, 1989

I look forward to learning about your accomplishments and recognizing personally those individuals whose efforts support our objectives of improving services to our citizens and reducing the cost of Government operations.

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Oct 4, 1989

I intend to grant Presidential Quality and Management Improvement Awards.

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Oct 4, 1989

As a Nation, we have no greater obligation than to help provide every child with the opportunity to grow up healthy, safe, and well-educated.

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