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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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Oct 9, 1990

And so, in May of '89, after consultation with Senator Helms and other leaders in the Senate, I sent our Violent Crime Control Act to Capitol Hill.

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Oct 9, 1990

Bob Dole calls him 'Florida's distinguished and dynamic Governor.'

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Oct 9, 1990

He has not been afraid to make the tough decisions, and that is the kind of Governor we need.

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Oct 9, 1990

If we had more Senators like him we wouldn't be trying to solve some of these problems.

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Oct 9, 1990

I invite all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities

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Oct 9, 1990

Unless S. 2100 is amended to delete the exemption from sequestration, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the President's other senior advisers will recommend that the bill be vetoed.

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Oct 9, 1990

Bob knows that drugs threaten every single community in the United States.

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Oct 9, 1990

Jesse has become one of its most effective leaders as a watchdog of taxpayer money and a defender of family values.

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Oct 9, 1990

I'm particularly glad ... to welcome another Floridian from this area who flew down with us on Air Force One.

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Oct 9, 1990

I think the voters are beginning to understand that our crime legislation seeks to eliminate these liberal loopholes that allow the worst criminals to escape punishment.

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