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.
Jun 22, 1989
We can erect no greater monument to their memory than to ensure that the arrogance and bigotry that took their lives never again exists in America.
Jun 22, 1989
The savage execution of these three brave men rightfully shocked our national conscience.
Jun 22, 1989
Under section 112, the amount payable to veterans receiving extended care at VA expense in hospitals, nursing homes, and domiciliaries would be increased from $60 to $105 per month.
Jun 22, 1989
It is clear, however, that enactment of across-the-board disaster relief legislation is inappropriate under current circumstances.
Jun 22, 1989
Although the Administration has no objection to House passage of H.R. 1199, it would prefer that action on this legislation be deferred.
Jun 22, 1989
James Chaney, Andrew Goodman, and Michael Schwerner gave their lives in the struggle to guarantee one of democracy's most basic civil rights -- the right to vote -- for all Americans.
Jun 22, 1989
When they saw the promise of democracy unfulfilled in their homeland, they risked all so that others might know the joy of true freedom.
Jun 21, 1989
Government can't rebuild a family or reclaim a sense of neighborhood.
Jun 21, 1989
Republicans take great pride in our New York Members of Congress, and you've got a good delegation, now 13 strong.
Jun 21, 1989
And to all here tonight: Thank you, God bless you, and God bless the United States of America.
Jun 21, 1989
The challenges ahead are in the frontiers of the mind and in the good that hard work and the human imagination can bring to pass.
Jun 21, 1989
From now on any definition of a successful life must include serving others.
Jun 21, 1989
Will you tell the President and Mrs. Bush what it's like for a kid to live on the street?
Jun 21, 1989
From now on, any definition of a successful life must include serving others.
Jun 21, 1989
Did you just get so down you figured, there's got to be something better than this?
Jun 21, 1989
I just admire Father Ritter and what he's doing, and you guys for fighting -- and trying to do something.
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