Political Quotes

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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Feb 9, 2006

We cannot stress enough the danger this hurricane poses to Gulf Coast communities.

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Feb 6, 2006

And there was always a dignity, a wonderful grace about Coretta, the way she carried herself. And for this she is mourned and eternally respected by millions.

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Feb 6, 2006

In decades of prominence, her dignity drew others to the unfinished work of justice. In all her years, Coretta Scott King showed that a person of conviction and strength could also be a beautiful soul.

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Feb 5, 2006

The American people expect me to protect their lives and their civil liberties.

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Jan 31, 2006

The Iranian government is defying the world with its nuclear ambitions.

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Jan 31, 2006

The road of victory is the road that will take our troops home.

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Jan 31, 2006

In recent years, you and I have taken unprecedented action to fight AIDS and malaria, expand the education of girls, and reward developing nations that are moving forward with economic and political reform.

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Jan 30, 2006

Hindsight alone is not wisdom, and second-guessing is not a strategy.

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Jan 30, 2006

The only way to protect our people, the only way to secure the peace, the only way to control our destiny is by our leadership so the United States of America will continue to lead.

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Jan 30, 2006

Breakthroughs on this and other new technologies will help us reach another great goal, to replace more than 75 percent of our oil imports from the Middle East by 2025.

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