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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Sep 25, 1990

The bill does not improve the targeting of resources for the adult and youth programs.

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Sep 25, 1990

I fear that the slow progress and apparent course of the conference committee may jeopardize enactment of this critically important legislation.

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Sep 25, 1990

I'm not interested in raising the tax rates on the American people.

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Sep 25, 1990

I believe the agreement to be fully in the United States interest.

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Sep 25, 1990

We owe it to those brave men and women, laying their lives on the line for peace and stability in the world, to exercise the precious right to vote.

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Sep 25, 1990

It must achieve, at a minimum, the environmental benefits I have set forth in my bill, and it must do so in an efficient manner.

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Sep 25, 1990

Keep those lights burning on Capitol Hill if you have to, but before that deadline passes, let's reach the agreement that the American people are waiting for.

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