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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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Sep 21, 2006

Iran must abandon its nuclear weapons ambitions, despite what the regime tells you. We have no objection to Iran's pursuit of a truly peaceful nuclear power program.

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Sep 20, 2006

We would -- we would take the action necessary to bring him to justice.

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Sep 19, 2006

Iran must abandon its nuclear weapons ambitions. Despite what the regime tells you, we have no objection to Iran's pursuit of a truly peaceful nuclear power program.

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Sep 19, 2006

I'm committed to two democratic states, Israel and Palestine living side by side in peace and security.

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Sep 19, 2006

Iran is obviously part of the -- part of the problem. They sponsor Hezbollah. They encourage a radical brand of Islam.

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Sep 19, 2006

Iran must abandon its nuclear weapons ambitions, despite what the regime tells you. We have no objection to Iran's pursuit of a truly peaceful nuclear power program.

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Sep 19, 2006

In order for there to be effective diplomacy, you can't keep changing your word.

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Sep 19, 2006

Our position is very clear to the Iranians, that, if they want to sit down with American officials, that they first must verifiably suspend their enrichment program.

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Sep 19, 2006

It appears as though the race might be tightening a little bit. Republicans feeling a little bit better about it.

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Sep 19, 2006

Time is of the essence. I'm concerned that Iran is trying to stall and to try to buy time.

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Sep 19, 2006

I would view this as an interim step. I don't view this as the final product.

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