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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.
Security Strategy January 19, 1993 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) In accordance with section 603 of the Goldwater-Nichols Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986 (Public Law 99-433; 50 U.S.C. 404a), I hereby transmit the…
To survey the broad possibilities of science, to formulate comprehensive projects of research, and to develop effective means of utilizing the scientific and technical resources of the country for dealing with such projects.
Iraq has repeatedly ignored and violated its international obligations under U.N. Security Council Resolutions.
To promote cooperation in research, at home and abroad, in order to secure concentration of effort, minimize duplication, and stimulate progress;
I transmit herewith the second biennial report of the National Critical Technologies Panel.
Leaving Camp David? Well, I'm not leaving until-- [laughter]--Monday night. But Monday night if you ask me, I expect I'd feel sad about that. This has been a wonderful retreat here, and I've sure enjoyed sharing it with friends, domestic…
We're not on the brink or moved back from anything. We're just going to be consulting, and we'll see where we go from there. I wasn't trying to be belligerent. I'm just simply saying they're going to comply with these resolutions, period…
None. Well, once in a while you can run into a little hiccup, a little bump in the road. Once in a while we've had some differences on trading problems. But look, you've got to look at the big picture. And the relationship is outstanding…
I think we're following what they want. They want to have the decks cleared. Remember all the stories you people wrote about, what was it? Calling--it wasn't rat-holing, but it had a lovely term like, kind of, people wedging their way into…
No, I don't resent anything. It's a funny thing. I'm in a mood where I don't have any resentment in my heart. [Laughter] It's not ever been thus, I can tell you guys. [Laughter] Transition
I don't think of that as a favor to Clinton. I will say this for the Clinton security team, and I'm sure General Scowcroft would agree with this: There's been extraordinarily good cooperation. I determined early on that from our end the…
I don't like any stuff about that. Prime Minister Mulroney. Helen [Helen Thomas, United Press International], what we want to do is read your diaries. [Laughter] That's what I'm waiting for. [At this point, a remark was made in French, and…
Yes, I'm looking forward to that. Q.----push them on the U.N. or other matters? Prime Minister Mulroney. Well, we're not pushing anybody. He'll be there to defend our interests. President's Diary
We have no response now. We're interested in knowing what the United Nations response is. It's the United Nations going on with this; it's the United Nations, Dr. Ekeus, that we'll be talking to. And we'll all be talking about that a…
That's right. Prime Minister Mulroney. ----and told me of his recognition of the great importance of Canada as a trading partner and a friend to the United States.
Policy Council January 15, 1993 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) In accordance with section 302 of the International Travel Act of 1961, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2124a(f)), I transmit herewith the annual report of the Tourism Policy…
I am pleased to announce that today the President submitted the START II treaty to the Senate for its advice and consent to ratification. This treaty marks an achievement of fundamental importance not only to the United States and Russia…
I think sufficient warnings have been granted. And they know what they must do. And this is not just the United States. This is the United Nations. It's a strong coalition whose determination has not diminished in any single way. So, we'll…
Helen [Helen Thomas, United Press International], you've been covering things around here ever since I've been President, and I'll never say what we do do or don't do in terms of compelling compliance.
Department of Energy January 14, 1993 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) In accordance with the requirements of section 657 of the Department of Energy Organization Act (Public Law 95-91; 42 U.S.C. 7267), I transmit herewith the 12th…
As we restructure our military systems to face the greatly altered national security threats of the future, we must maintain an active and inventive program of defense R&D.
This is a strong coalition whose determination has not diminished in any single way.
Any transaction within the United States or by a United States person relating to any vessel in which a majority or controlling interest is held by a person or entity in, or operating from, the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and…
I therefore urge the Senate to give prompt and favorable consideration to the Treaty.
I said then it was about achieving results through cooperative partnerships.
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