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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Oct 23, 2003

Laura and I were saddened to learn of the death of Madame Chiang Kai-shek.

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Oct 23, 2003

Islam is a peaceful religion, and people who practice the Islamic faith have made great contributions to our Nation and the world.

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Oct 23, 2003

I send greetings to Muslims in the United States and around the world observing the holy month of Ramadan.

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Oct 23, 2003

Madame Chiang was a close friend of the United States throughout her life.

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Oct 23, 2003

The world has a clear interest in a democratic Iraq because free nations do not breed the ideologies of terror.

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Oct 23, 2003

A free Iraq will serve as an example and an inspiration to advocates of reform and progress throughout the Middle East.

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Oct 23, 2003

Pornography can have debilitating effects on communities, marriages, families, and children.

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Oct 23, 2003

On behalf of the American people, I extend condolences to Madame Chiang's family members and many admirers around the world.

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Oct 23, 2003

I call upon public officials, law enforcement officers, parents, and all the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate programs and activities.

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Oct 23, 2003

Generations of Americans will always remember and respect her intelligence and strength of character.

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Oct 22, 2003

I came to this office to solve problems, not to pass them on to future Presidents and to future generations.

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Oct 22, 2003

Terrorists declared war on the United States of America, and war is what they got.

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Oct 22, 2003

Together, my country, with Australia, is promoting greater economic opportunity.

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Oct 22, 2003

Today, Saddam Hussein's regime is gone, and no one should mourn its passing.

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Oct 22, 2003

America and Australia are helping the people of both those nations to defend themselves, to build the institutions of law and democracy.

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Oct 22, 2003

In my judgment, Australia has made a significant contribution to peace and freedom.

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Oct 22, 2003

We will not tire. We will not stop until this danger to civilization is removed.

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Oct 22, 2003

Neil Vincent Wake, of Arizona, to be United States District Judge for the District of Arizona.

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Oct 22, 2003

Carol Kinsley, of Massachusetts, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for National and Community Service.

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Oct 22, 2003

We have a duty to keep our commitment to America's seniors by strengthening and modernizing Medicare.

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Oct 22, 2003

I think one of the—somebody in the Australian media... asked me about torture or some—it's alleged allegations of torture. It's ridiculous, utterly ridiculous.

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Oct 22, 2003

Our nations must also confront the immediate threat of proliferation.

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Oct 22, 2003

We made progress on a broad agenda, an agenda that will help make America more secure and more prosperous.

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