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 4, 2001

All of us, all adults in society can teach children right from wrong, can explain there is a—that life is precious.

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Mar 4, 2001

I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Defense the authority vested in me under section 1307 of the Floyd D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2001.

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Mar 4, 2001

We're making good progress. We'll get a good bill, and I look forward to signing it.

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Mar 4, 2001

The special relationship that the United States shares with Great Britain will be further strengthened with Will Farish as my representative.

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Mar 4, 2001

Our hearts go out and our prayers go out to the parents and the teachers and the children whose lives have been completely turned upside down right now.

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Mar 4, 2001

I'm confident we'll be able to work with them as time goes on.

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Mar 4, 2001

This administration is here to work with them to do what's right for our seniors.

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Mar 3, 2001

Ronald Reagan believed without question that tyranny is temporary and the hope of freedom is universal and permanent.

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Mar 3, 2001

Our challenge is to build a military that will deter and win the wars of the future.

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Mar 3, 2001

Our military will be trained and ready to fight and win war and, therefore, prevent war from happening in the first place.

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Mar 2, 2001

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

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Mar 1, 2001

I have authorized the continuation of this action pursuant to my constitutional authority to conduct U.S. foreign relations and as Commander in Chief and Chief Executive.

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Mar 1, 2001

It was in the State of Michigan that I first pledged a comprehensive energy policy for our country.

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Mar 1, 2001

This administration is going to be a friend to the American farmer.

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Mar 1, 2001

Today I told President Flores that the United States has pledged $52 million in reconstruction assistance to El Salvador this fiscal year.

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