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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Jul 18, 2001

We commend the Committee's efforts to accommodate many of the Administration's priorities in the bill.

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Jul 18, 2001

Renewal of NTR best advances the substantial and broad range of U.S. interests.

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Jul 18, 2001

Extending NTR status to China is also vital to our ability to successfully engage China.

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Jul 18, 2001

Renewal of NTR to China will assist in the advancement of many U.S. interests, in the economic, weapons' nonproliferation, law enforcement, regional stability, and environmental realms.

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Jul 18, 2001

One of the great goals of my administration is to rally America's armies of compassion and restore a spirit of caring, citizenship, and community.

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Jul 18, 2001

Congress has taken an important step toward building stronger and more caring communities.

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Jul 18, 2001

I happen to believe missile defense is important to keep the world more peaceful.

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Jul 18, 2001

This provision violates the requirement that Congress act only within the constitutionally-prescribed legislative process.

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Jul 18, 2001

It would reverse three decades of a bipartisan China policy and would seriously weaken our influence not only in China, but throughout Asia and beyond.

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Jul 18, 2001

I appreciate so very much your hospitality and your friendship.

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Jul 18, 2001

Edmund James Hull, of Virginia, a Career Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Yemen.

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Jul 18, 2001

Our strategy must make sure working people in America aren't thrown out of work.

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Jul 18, 2001

Make no mistake about it, people shouldn't have any doubt as to where my Government stands.

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Jul 17, 2001

I know he will do a fine job serving America in the Caribbean.

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Jul 16, 2001

Daniel R. Coats, of Indiana, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Federal Republic of Germany.

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Jul 16, 2001

I think people will find that my lecture is—my manner is not lecturing; it's hopeful and optimistic.

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Jul 16, 2001

We strongly support Tony Blair and Bertie Ahern's attempts to enact the Good Friday agreement.

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Jul 16, 2001

The strong dollar: The dollar is what it is based upon market.

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Jul 16, 2001

Mrs. Graham became a legend in her own lifetime because she was a true leader and a true lady, steely yet shy, powerful yet humble.

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Jul 16, 2001

I believe you're going to see that, at the G-7, there will be a strong commitment for more contributions from nations represented here at the table.

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