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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Aug 5, 2008

The Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (KORUS FTA) will boost trade, increase economic growth and create jobs in both the United States and Korea.

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Aug 3, 2008

The passage of this legislation... resolves all outstanding terrorism-related claims by Americans against Libya.

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Aug 3, 2008

By ratifying the convention, the United States is demonstrating its continued commitment and leadership in working with the international community to combat this public health issue.

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Aug 3, 2008

We need to make sure that what we do in terms of force transformation in Korea bolsters capability, keeps the Peninsula safe.

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Aug 3, 2008

I appreciate the efforts that the UAE has made in improving diplomatic relations in the region.

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Aug 3, 2008

I signed the instrument of ratification for the International Convention Against Doping in Sport.

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Aug 3, 2008

The convention highlights the vital role of youth education, comprehensive drug testing, and research in combating doping.

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Aug 3, 2008

We are working very hard on behalf of the South Koreans to get this trade agreement through Congress.

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Aug 3, 2008

Ratification of the convention represents the culmination of the longstanding efforts of the international community and the United States.

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Aug 3, 2008

I remain particularly concerned that doping sends to young people the message that performance is more important than character and health.

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Jul 30, 2008

It has a daily and significant impact on the activities of the intelligence community and the relationships in that important community.

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Jul 30, 2008

This is the first significant adjustment in the executive order in several decades.

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Jul 30, 2008

It was absolutely necessary to revise and update -- modernize this order.

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Jul 29, 2008

We are a compassionate nation, and that's what this bill says loud and clear.

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Jul 29, 2008

An American President has got to know two things: one, the nature of the person he's dealing with, and the nature of the government he's dealing with.

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Jul 29, 2008

PEPFAR is the largest commitment by any nation to combat a single disease in human history.

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Jul 29, 2008

I have determined that it is necessary to continue the national emergency and related measures blocking the property of persons undermining the sovereignty of Lebanon or its democratic processes and institutions.

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Jul 29, 2008

I firmly believe multilateral diplomacy can work this issue better than bilateral diplomacy.

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Jul 29, 2008

I thought it was—what impressed me was that the foreign ministers all—at the six-party talks, all said the same thing to the North Korean.

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Jul 29, 2008

This bill embodies the extraordinary compassion of the American people.

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