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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Mar 11, 2002

I called on all Americans to give at least two years of their lives'the equivalent of 4,000 hours'to the service of others.

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Mar 11, 2002

I hereby find that the furnishing of defense articles and services to the Governments of Palau, Kiribati, and Tuvalu will strengthen the security of the United States and promote world peace.

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Mar 11, 2002

I commend the United States-Australia Social Security Agreement and related documents.

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Mar 11, 2002

We will not tolerate evil and that we will—the collective good will of our country, the gathering momentum of millions of acts of kindness will define the very nature of America.

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Mar 11, 2002

The job of Government is to serve as a catalyst to capture that compassion.

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Mar 11, 2002

In order to live in a free society, you need to give something back.

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Mar 11, 2002

I established by Executive Order 13254 of January 29, 2002, the USA Freedom Corps in order to encourage service and volunteerism in America.

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Mar 11, 2002

We defend freedom, and we'll continue to defend freedom to make sure that our children and grandchildren can grow up in a free world.

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Mar 11, 2002

Six months after September 11th, our resolve is stronger than ever.

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Mar 11, 2002

My vision of the gathering momentum of millions of acts of compassion and kindness includes Americans in military and civilian service, Americans engaged in meeting local community and national needs, and Americans participating in service…

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Mar 11, 2002

My Administration's policy is to foster a culture of service, citizenship, and responsibility by promoting, expanding, and enhancing service opportunities for all Americans.

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Mar 11, 2002

Today, he visited the People's Emergency Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and met with local volunteers to lead a conversation about service and the USA Freedom Corps initiative that he launched just over a month ago.

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Mar 11, 2002

Philadelphia is better off as a result of your daily concern for your fellow human beings.

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Mar 11, 2002

The Homeland Security Advisory System will provide a comprehensive and effective means to disseminate information regarding the risk of terrorist attacks to Federal, State, and local authorities and to the American people.

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Mar 11, 2002

I applaud the House for working in a bipartisan fashion to pass legislation that strengthens border security while recognizing the importance of keeping families together and making America a more welcoming society.

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Mar 11, 2002

I have directed my Cabinet to report back to me within 30 days on ways their Departments and Agencies can contribute to service opportunities for all Americans.

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Mar 11, 2002

The Homeland Security Advisory System is designed to measure and evaluate terrorist threats and communicate them to the public in a timely manner.

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Mar 11, 2002

Societies change one heart, one soul, one conscience at a time.

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Mar 11, 2002

There's something greater than yourself in life, and it's worth serving.

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Mar 11, 2002

You have a responsibility as a champ to make the right choices and to set a clear example for others.

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