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

State government needs a thorough housecleaning, a gust of fresh air.

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Sep 25, 1990

All Americans deserve clean air, but they also deserve the good jobs and rising living standards that only a competitive economy can provide.

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Sep 25, 1990

The bill should include the fiscal management provisions specifically tailored to the JTPA, as supported by the Administration.

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Sep 25, 1990

Time has run out. Congress must act because America deserves better.

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Sep 25, 1990

We have another, final objective: to create a new partnership of nations; a new world order that is free from the threat of terror, stronger in the pursuit of justice, more secure in the quest for peace.

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Sep 25, 1990

It would be a terrible shame, and a disservice to the American people, if the prospects for cleaner air were to be scuttled because of a continuing impasse in the conference.

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Sep 25, 1990

I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to this agreement and advise and consent to ratification.

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