You've got to pay a fine for being here illegally. You've got to learn the English language. Pay your debt to society. And if you choose to be a citizen, you can. It's just you wait in line at the back, not in the beginning.
George H.W. Bush
The Public Record
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.
On the other hand, it makes no sense at all to say we can find people and, you know, run them out of the country. For some, I guess that sounds appealing. It's impractical. It's not going to work. And it's not -- it's not necessary, in my…
The Border Patrol is in the lead. That's why you're going through significant training.
And while the differences grab the headlines, the similarities and approaches are striking. We all agree we need to control our borders. There's a common agreement that the federal government has a responsibility to control the borders.
Amnesty is something that nobody's for in America. I'm not for it. But in order to frighten people, you just say the word 'amnesty.'
An amendment to the Constitution is necessary because activist courts have left our nation with no other choice.
Our policy should aim to strengthen families, not undermine them. And changing the definition of marriage would undermine the family structure.
But across the country they are being thwarted by activist judges who are overturning the expressed will of their people.
Marriage is the most fundamental institution of civilization and it should not be redefined by activist judges.
Every American deserves to be treated with tolerance and respect and dignity.
One of the things that happens in a transparent society like ours, is that there is -- there will be a full and complete investigation. The world will see the full and complete investigation.
If they choose not to suspend and if they continue their -- they continue to say to the world we really don't care what your opinion is and the world is going to act in concert.





