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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Sep 11, 1989

Drugs are a major problem that touches on both American and Soviet societies.

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Sep 11, 1989

I want all Hispanic-Americans to know that they have a home in the Republican Party.

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Sep 11, 1989

I call upon all citizens of the United States to observe this month with appropriate ceremonies and activities designed to increase understanding of persons with alcohol and drug problems and to promote recognition of their need for…

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Sep 11, 1989

I am proud to nominate Mary Sterling to be an Assistant Secretary of Labor.

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Sep 11, 1989

The values of this community are the very founding values of this nation and of the Republican Party.

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Sep 11, 1989

Every day, with a thousand small decisions, you're shaping your future.

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Sep 11, 1989

I don't believe we've ever had better relationships than we have with Mexico today.

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Sep 11, 1989

You’re here to make a difference, for yourself and those around you.

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Sep 11, 1989

I do hereby proclaim the period beginning August 4, 1989, and ending August 4, 1990, as a time to commemorate the Bicentennial of the United States Coast Guard.

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Sep 11, 1989

H.R. 2978 would be merely a symbolic gesture and not a serious effort to provide real protection for the flag.

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Sep 11, 1989

The American people share my hope for the success of the reform movement in the Soviet Union.

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Sep 11, 1989

You all can succeed. If you don't use drugs, you can be anything you want to be.

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Sep 11, 1989

We therefore would respectfully urge the Senate to find appropriate means to bring the bill down to the 302(b) level.

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Sep 10, 1989

Building a world-class work force, then, must be a national priority.

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Sep 10, 1989

I don't believe that's true, not when so many of the best new jobs in the Nation are going to Americans educated in vocational-technical schools.

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Sep 10, 1989

Dennis M. Devaney will continue to serve as a member of the National Labor Relations Board for the remainder of the term expiring December 16, 1989.

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