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 7, 2001

There will be some decisions that will—I'm here, and we'll be announcing them as time goes on.

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Aug 7, 2001

I've got a lot of national security concerns that we're working on.

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Aug 7, 2001

We're making great progress reminding people that the values of the heartland are the values that make America unique and different.

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Aug 7, 2001

We want to make sure it goes to help the farmers who are actually farming the land.

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Aug 7, 2001

Just because my office is in Washington doesn't mean my home is not still in Texas.

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Aug 6, 2001

I really don't worry about polls or focus groups; I do what I think is right.

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Aug 3, 2001

The goals of Medicaid are too important to get bogged down in a bureaucracy.

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Aug 3, 2001

It is hard for States—much too hard—to navigate the confusing and inconsistent Federal approval process.

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Aug 3, 2001

Today I'm announcing a new initiative to expand health insurance for the uninsured.

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Aug 3, 2001

My administration cares about results, about getting Americans broader and better medical coverage.

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Aug 2, 2001

B. John Williams, Jr., of Virginia, to be Chief Counsel for the Internal Revenue Service.

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Aug 2, 2001

We continue to have serious concerns over Iran's support for terrorism.

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