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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Apr 30, 2001

This is a time for vision, a time for a new way of thinking, a time for bold leadership.

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Apr 30, 2001

I am a strong proponent of government policies that recognize the importance of families and that help to strengthen them.

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Apr 30, 2001

There is a lot of speculation about the Commission that will be cleared up tomorrow afternoon.

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Apr 30, 2001

I've made it clear from the very beginning that I would consult closely on any important subject with our friends and allies who are also threatened by missiles and weapons of mass destruction.

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Apr 30, 2001

I support legislation to extend the window created under section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

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Apr 30, 2001

This is a great day for the American people and the American taxpayer.

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Apr 30, 2001

It remains in our national interest to legitimize those resident immigrants, eligible for legal status, and to welcome them as full participants of our society.

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Apr 30, 2001

I found Louie Freeh to be a fine public servant, and our Nation owes him a great debt of gratitude for his service to our country.

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Apr 30, 2001

Louis Freeh is a dedicated public servant who has served his country and the FBI with honor and distinction.

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Apr 29, 2001

Thomas Scully, of Virginia, to be Administrator of the Health Care Financing Administration, vice Nancy-Ann Min Deparle.

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Apr 29, 2001

Douglas Jay Feith, of Maryland, to be Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, vice Walter Becker Slocombe.

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Apr 29, 2001

Richard Scammon was a groundbreaking analyst of American politics.

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Apr 29, 2001

We're beginning to get a spirit here in Washington where we're more agreeable.

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Apr 29, 2001

Eugene Hickok, of Pennsylvania, to be Under Secretary of Education, vice Judith A. Winston, resigned.

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Apr 29, 2001

Brian Jones, of California, to be General Counsel, Department of Education, vice Judith A. Winston, resigned.

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Apr 29, 2001

Linnet F. Deily, of California, to be a Deputy United States Trade Representative, with the rank of Ambassador, vice Rita D. Hayes, resigned.

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Apr 29, 2001

Jacob Lozada, of Puerto Rico, to be an Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs, vice Eugene A. Brickhouse, resigned.

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Apr 29, 2001

Lorne W. Craner, of Virginia, to be Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, vice Harold Hongju Koh.

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Apr 29, 2001

Linda J. Fisher, of the District of Columbia, to be Deputy Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, vice W. Michael McCabe, resigned.

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Apr 29, 2001

Today marks our 100th day of working together for the American people.

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