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 17, 2002

Sometimes it is very difficult to get a reform package done in any society, but particularly structural reform.

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Feb 17, 2002

Freedom-loving people understand that we cannot allow nations that aren't transparent to mate up with terrorist organizations.

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Feb 17, 2002

I believe the U.S.-Japanese alliance is the bedrock for peace and prosperity in the Pacific.

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Feb 15, 2002

The people of Tokyo, Seoul, and Beijing touched all our hearts in the days after September 11.

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Feb 15, 2002

I have great confidence in Japan's future and in the unlimited potential of its people.

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Feb 15, 2002

My job, obviously, covers a lot of fronts, but there's nothing more important than the security of the American people.

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Feb 15, 2002

Our cause is just, our cause is noble, and we will defeat the forces of terror.

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Feb 15, 2002

The people of South Korea have built a vibrant democracy and Asia's third largest economy.

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Feb 15, 2002

It's the compilation of these acts of decency and responsibility that will eventually define America.

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Feb 15, 2002

America will not allow North Korea and other dangerous regimes to threaten freedom with weapons of mass destruction.

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Feb 15, 2002

I will express my hopes that as China moves forward, it too will embrace the universal demands of human dignity, freedom of conscience and religion, and the rights and value of every life.

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Feb 15, 2002

The terrorists must be brought to justice in order to achieve that peace.

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Feb 15, 2002

History has called us into action, and action is where we'll be.

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Feb 15, 2002

This is a grand and noble cause, and it's going to require a strong and modern military.

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