Political Quotes

George W. Bush

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George W. Bush is the 43rd President of the United States, serving from January 20, 2001, to January 20, 2009. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the Governor of Texas from January 17, 1995, until December 21, 2000. His presidency was marked by significant events, including the September 11 attacks in 2001 and the subsequent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Bush's domestic policies included tax cuts, education reform, and Medicare prescription drug benefits.

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Feb 22, 2005

My trip today should say to the people of this good country and my country that past disagreements are behind us.

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Feb 22, 2005

Today I come to Germany to raise my imaginary glass to our friendship, our relationship, our ability to work together, and for freedom and peace.

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Feb 22, 2005

Energy efficiency provides one of the greatest opportunities for cost-effective reduction in pollution and greenhouse gases.

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Feb 21, 2005

I appreciate so very much the transformation of NATO that's taking place.

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Feb 21, 2005

I intend to nominate John C. Dugan to be Comptroller of the Currency.

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Feb 21, 2005

Every human being deserves to be free and that human dignity is vital.

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Feb 21, 2005

NATO is the most successful alliance in the history of the world.

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Feb 21, 2005

The key is to make sure that those lives that were lost don't go down in vain, that a free and democratic and peaceful country emerges.

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Feb 20, 2005

America and Europe face a moment of consequence and opportunity.

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Feb 20, 2005

Together we can once again set history on a hopeful course away from poverty and despair.

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Feb 20, 2005

We will not stand by as another generation in the Holy Land grows up in an atmosphere of violence and hopelessness.

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Feb 20, 2005

This is my first dinner, since I've been reelected, on European soil, and it's with Jacques Chirac, and that ought to say something.

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Feb 20, 2005

We will not be intimidated, and the terrorists will not stop the march of freedom.

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Feb 20, 2005

We must encourage democratic movements, and we must support democratic transitions in practical ways.

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Feb 20, 2005

The people of Lebanon deserve this opportunity, and we stand with them in their aspirations for freedom, sovereignty, and security.

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Feb 20, 2005

The path isn't always easy, as any free people can testify, yet there's reason for confidence.

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