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 12, 2001

This is important new information that warrants a reevaluation, especially at a time of rising energy prices and a serious energy shortage.

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Mar 12, 2001

Dov S. Zakheim, of Maryland, to be Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller), vice William J. Lynn, III.

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Mar 12, 2001

Joe loves the United States Congress, and he loves public service.

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Mar 12, 2001

Joe is not only a passionate advocate for what he believes in; he's an enormously effective Member of Congress.

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Mar 12, 2001

After today, the U.S. Courthouse located at 1 Courthouse Way in Boston will be officially known as the John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse.

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Mar 12, 2001

I oppose the Kyoto Protocol because it exempts 80 percent of the world, including major population centers such as China and India, from compliance.

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Mar 12, 2001

What makes Joe Moakley exceptional is not simply his political skills; it is the fact that he's so well liked and admired by members of both political parties.

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Mar 12, 2001

Theodore Bevry Olson, of the District of Columbia, to be Solicitor General of the United States, vice Seth Waxman, resigned.

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Mar 12, 2001

I have determined that I must continue the declaration of national emergency with respect to Iran necessary to maintain comprehensive sanctions against Iran to respond to this threat.

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Mar 12, 2001

You served your constituents and your Congress and your country with honor and distinction.

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Mar 12, 2001

I do not believe, however, that the government should impose on power plants mandatory emissions reductions for carbon dioxide, which is not a 'pollutant' under the Clean Air Act.

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Mar 12, 2001

Joe Moakley considers politics to be an honorable profession, an opportunity for achievement, and a truly exciting adventure.

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Mar 12, 2001

I am very optimistic that, with the proper focus and working with our friends and allies, we will be able to develop technologies, market incentives, and other creative ways to address global climate change.

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Mar 12, 2001

The Senate's vote, 95-0, shows that there is a clear consensus that the Kyoto Protocol is an unfair and ineffective means of addressing global climate change concerns.

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Mar 11, 2001

The whole notion of dropping the top rate is to stimulate growth in the small-business sector of America.

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Mar 11, 2001

We've increased the budget at the Federal level, but Governor, don't be too nervous.

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Mar 11, 2001

I always believe the government closest to the people is that which governs best.

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Mar 11, 2001

I believe the people who can best affect the budget are the people who pay the bills in the first place, the taxpayers of America.

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