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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Feb 4, 2001

I believe the plan, strongly believe the plan that I have submitted is structured the right way.

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Feb 4, 2001

Don's the kind of man you can trust without reservation and turn to without hesitation.

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Feb 4, 2001

Convincing Congress to promote free trade throughout our hemisphere.

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Feb 4, 2001

I would hope someday to be able to go catch small-mouthed bass on the Prime Minister's... equivalent of Camp David.

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Jan 31, 2001

Wherever a door is closed to anyone because of a disability, we must work to open it.

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Jan 31, 2001

Your own country now seems a more welcoming place as a result of that law.

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Jan 31, 2001

Our task is now clear: We must speed up the day when the last barrier has been removed to full and independent lives for every American, with or without disability.

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Jan 30, 2001

Nothing can change the suffering and loss of this terrible act, but I hope the families do find some solace that a guilty verdict was rendered.

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Jan 30, 2001

This administration is going to hold the Libyans accountable.

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Jan 30, 2001

I want to thank Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson from Dallas, Texas, and you all for coming.

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Jan 30, 2001

I understand the difference between the executive branch and the legislative branch.

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Jan 29, 2001

I'm absolutely convinced the great fabric of the nation exists in neighborhoods, amongst unsung heroes who do heroic acts on a daily and hourly basis.

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Jan 29, 2001

I will work to build a single nation of justice and opportunity.

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Jan 29, 2001

Compassion is the work of a nation, not just a government. It is more than the calling of politicians; it is the calling of citizens.

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Jan 29, 2001

When we see social needs in America, my administration will look first to faith-based programs and community groups, which have proven their power to save and change lives.

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Jan 29, 2001

As long as there are secular alternatives, faith-based charities should be able to compete for funding on an equal basis, and in a manner that does not cause them to sacrifice their mission.

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Jan 29, 2001

We've had a wide-ranging discussion, discussed tax relief and how we can pay down national debt and have tax relief.

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Jan 29, 2001

I’m proud to welcome him as the chief financial officer of this Nation.

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Jan 29, 2001

This initiative, when fully implemented, will help us realize the dream that America, its hopes, its promise, its greatness, will extend its reach throughout every single neighborhood, all across the land.

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Jan 29, 2001

Real change happens street by street, heart by heart, one soul, one conscience at a time.

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Jan 28, 2001

We will encourage faith-based and community programs without changing their mission.

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Jan 28, 2001

Each department's Center shall begin operations no later than 45 days from the date of this order.

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