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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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Nov 19, 2003

We will stay the course in Iraq and elsewhere against the war on terror.

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Nov 18, 2003

The U.S. and Britain have never been closer in their determination to defeat terrorism.

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Nov 18, 2003

He called him a strong partner and a man of 'tough backbone' when times are tough.

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Nov 18, 2003

The evil is in plain sight. The danger only increases with denial.

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Nov 18, 2003

It's not enough to meet the dangers of the world with resolutions. We must meet those dangers with resolve.

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Nov 18, 2003

The mutual respect and fellowship between our countries is deep and strong and permanent. Let us raise our glasses to our common ideals, to our enduring friendships, to the preservation of our liberties and to her majesty, the queen of the…

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Nov 16, 2003

Sometimes you're up, sometimes you're down, but you've got to do what you think is right.

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Nov 16, 2003

U.S. troops will remain in Iraq, even after a new Iraqi government is established.

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Nov 13, 2003

A free and peaceful Iraq will have historic consequences. And we'll find Saddam Hussein. The goal is for a free and peaceful Iraq. And by being strong and determined we will achieve that objective.

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Nov 12, 2003

Ambassador Bremer, with my instructions, is going back to talk to the Governing Council to develop a strategy. And he'll report back after he's consulted with the very people that we want to assume more responsibility.

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Nov 11, 2003

The constitution must be written, and there will be free elections. And then sovereignty will occur.

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Nov 10, 2003

Mr. Bush directed special attention to U.S. military personnel in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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Nov 10, 2003

Recent reporting suggests that despite their differences, these killers are working together to spread chaos and terror and fear.

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Nov 9, 2003

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments whether terror suspects held at the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base can contest their detention in U.S. courts.

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Nov 9, 2003

The Bush administration claims the detainees can be held indefinitely without being charged or tried.

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Nov 9, 2003

This collection of killers is trying to shake the will of America. and the civilized world. America will not be intimidated.

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Nov 5, 2003

The failure of Iraqi democracy would embolden terrorists around the world and increase dangers to the American people and extinguish the hopes of millions in the region.

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Nov 5, 2003

Sixty years of Western Nations excusing and accommodating the lack of freedom in the Middle East did nothing to make us safe. Because in the long run, stability cannot be purchased at the expense of liberty.

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Nov 5, 2003

The United States has adopted a new policy, a forward strategy of freedom in the Middle East.

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Nov 4, 2003

This right to life cannot be granted or denied by government because it does not come from government. It comes from the creator of life.

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Nov 2, 2003

The enemy in Iraq believes America will run. That, the president added, will never happen.

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