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Message to the Congress Transmitting the Annual Report on International Activities in Science and Technology ID 274 Date 04/05/1989 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with Title V of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1979 (Public Law 95 - 426), I am transmitting the annual report on international activities in science and technology (S T) for Fiscal Year 1988. I firmly believe that the economic advances of the 21st century are rooted in the research and development …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Suspension of Semiautomatic Weapons Imports ID 277 Date 04/05/1989 I want to announce an action that the Treasury Department is taking today with regard to suspension of imports of certain semiautomatic weapons. In recently approving a temporary suspension of imports of certain semiautomatic weapons, the President sought to foster a climate in which reasonable, well-intentioned people on all sides of the firearms issue could work out a solution without …
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Remarks Following Discussions With Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir of Israel ID 278 Date 04/06/1989 The President. Well, the Prime Minister Shamir and I have had a very productive meeting. My message to him and, through him, to the Government and the people of Israel was clear: We are friends, strategic partners, and allies. And the mutual interests that bind together the people of the United States and Israel are broad and deep. The Prime Minister and I dedicated ourselves to maintaining and, where …
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Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to Panama ID 280 Date 04/06/1989 To the Congress of the United States: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating that the emergency is to continue in effect beyond the anniversary date. …
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The President's News Conference ID 285 Date 04/07/1989 The President. I have a statement, and then would be glad to take a few questions, and then refer them to our experts here. But virtually every American is familiar with the tragic environmental disaster in Alaskan waters. And more than 10 million gallons of oil have been spilled, with deadly results for wildlife and hardship for local citizens. We all share the sorrow and concern of Alaskans and a determination to mount a sustained cleanup effort. Our …
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Remarks on Signing the Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989 ID 290 Date 04/10/1989 Well, today I am pleased to sign S. 20, the Whistleblower Protection Act of 1989. We used to think of a whistleblower as some guy in a funny hat running around on a field with a black and white shirt on, always throwing down the flag. But that might well be an apt comparison for the business at hand because whistleblowing is, after all, the one who cries foul to waste, to fraud, and to abuse. And in short, a true …
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Nomination of Diane Kay Morales To Be an Assistant Secretary of Energy ID 293 Date 04/10/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Diane Kay Morales to be an Assistant Secretary of Energy (Environment, Safety and Health). She would succeed Ernest C. Baynard. Most recently, Ms. Morales has served as head of her own firm, analyzing legislative and national policy issues concerning complex weapons systems and arms control issues. She has also coauthored a long-term acquisition plan for ICBM …
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Nomination of James R. Thompson, Jr., To Be Deputy Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ID 300 Date 04/12/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate James R. Thompson, Jr., to be Deputy Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. He would succeed Dale D. Myers. Since 1986 Mr. Thompson has served as Director of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL. He has served in various …
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Continuation of Malcolm Richard Wilkey as Ambassador to Uruguay ID 395 Date 05/05/1989 The President today announced that Malcolm Richard Wilkey will continue to serve as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. Since 1985 Ambassador Wilkey has served as Ambassador to the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. From 1969 to 1973, he was a member of the Advisory Panel on International Law for the Legal Adviser at the Department of State. From …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Resumption of Arms Control Negotiations in Vienna ID 396 Date 05/05/1989 Today marks the resumption in Vienna, Austria, of both the negotiations on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE), which involves all 23 nations of NATO and the Warsaw Pact, and the talks on Confidence and Security Building Measures (CSBM) among the 35 participants in the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe (CSCE). In the CFE negotiations, the United States and its allies …
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Remarks on Signing the Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week Proclamation ID 397 Date 05/08/1989 Welcome to the Rose Garden, ladies and gentlemen and fellow Americans. You know, an Asian proverb says: ``Intelligence consists in recognizing opportunity.'' Well, if that's true, it's clear that we are recognizing opportunity in putting the flag back where it belongs. [Laughter] No, intelligence consists in recognizing opportunity, and it's clear that you may be one of the most intelligent groups that we've …
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Remarks at the Presentation Ceremony for the Small Business Persons of the Year Awards ID 400 Date 05/08/1989 To the Members of Congress here and all the distinguished guests, first let me welcome Susan Engeleiter, the Administrator of SBA [Small Business Administration], as well as all the State small business people and their families who came here today. I've participated in these ceremonies before, and I'm especially pleased and honored to present these awards today. As you probably know, I -- long ago …
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Message to the Congress Transmitting the District of Columbia Budget Request ID 401 Date 05/09/1989 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the District of Columbia Self-Government and Governmental Reorganization Act, I am transmitting the District of Columbia Government's FY 1990 Budget and FY 1989 Budget supplemental. The District's General Fund 1990 operating budget request is ,071 million. Total Federal payments anticipated in the District's budget are 8 million. The District's FY 1989 …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Results of the President's Physical Examination ID 407 Date 05/10/1989 President Bush today completed a routine physical examination at Bethesda Naval Hospital and is in excellent health. The President's examination lasted approximately 3 hours. The physical was under the direction of Dr. Burton Lee, the President's personal physician. ``President Bush is in extremely sound physical condition,'' Dr. Lee said. ``He keeps fit through a number of physical …
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Interview With Members of the White House Press Corps on the Situation in Panama ID 416 Date 05/13/1989 The President. Let me take a couple of questions. But first, a word about Panama, just to be very clear. And if I were speaking to the Panamanian people, I would tell them that the affection of the American people for the people of Panama is still very much intact, strong. Secondly, I would say to the Panama Defense Forces, the PDF, they have a useful role to play, and they will in the future of Panama …
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Message on the Observance of Police Week and Police Officers' Memorial Day, May 1989 ID 419 Date 05/13/1989 America has a long tradition of excellence in law enforcement. Throughout the country, in each and every community, citizens expect the highest standards of conduct and character in those men and women who work in this field: honor, integrity, diligence, bravery, and professionalism. Police Week is a fitting time to show our special appreciation for these individuals who render an indispensable …
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Remarks at the National Peace Officers' Memorial Day Ceremony ID 420 Date 05/15/1989 Thank you, Suzy. If it doesn't start clearing up, we're issuing snorkels to everybody out there. [Laughter] Thank you, Suzy Sawyer, and of course, to Dewey Stokes and Craig Floyd, my respects as well. You have great leadership, and I salute them. I want to say how pleased I am that the Secretary of the Treasury is with me, Nick Brady; our Attorney General, the able Dick Thornburgh; and our drug czar, Secretary Bill …
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Message to the Congress Transmitting the Annual Report of the National Science Foundation ID 424 Date 05/16/1989 To the Congress of the United States: I am pleased to transmit the annual report of the National Science Foundation for Fiscal Year 1988. This report describes research supported by the Foundation in the mathematical, physical, biological, social, behavioral, and computer sciences; engineering; and education in those fields. Achievements such as the ones described here are the basis for much of …
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Nomination of Robert D. Orr To Be United States Ambassador to Singapore ID 425 Date 05/16/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Robert D. Orr to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Singapore. He would succeed Daryl Arnold. In 1980 Governor Orr was elected Governor of Indiana, and reelected in 1984. Prior to this he was elected Lieutenant Governor of Indiana in 1972. He has also served as a member of the Indiana State …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Student Demonstrations in China ID 436 Date 05/20/1989 President Bush this morning received his daily intelligence briefing, including an update on the status of events in China. The situation remains uncertain. Both sides have exercised restraint, and we urge that restraint to continue. The United States stands for freedom of speech and freedom of assembly, and President Bush commented yesterday on the inexorable march of democracy in China. The demonstrations …
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Remarks on Presenting the Congressional Gold Medal to Mary Lasker ID 351 Date 04/21/1989 The President. Welcome, Mrs. Lasker. Mr. Speaker, it's nice to have you back. Distinguished Members of Congress -- pleased to greet Congressmen Early and Conte and our other friends who are here. And a very special welcome, Tip, to you, sir. You've heard me talk about a Thousand Points of Light, a metaphor that I've used to celebrate the extraordinary selflessness of Americans who give so much to the service of others. …
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Remarks at the Dedication Ceremony for the Centennial Grove in Bismarck, North Dakota ID 354 Date 04/24/1989 I'm so pleased to be here. Thank you, Tom Kleppe. When Secretary -- and I say ``Secretary'' because North Dakotans know that Tom served so well as Secretary of the Interior -- former Congressman, but called me about this marvelous project of yours, he's right, I accepted in a hurry. And I'm very grateful to Governor Sinner and all involved in the preparations for this wonderful visit. I want to pay …
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Nomination of Robert Davila To Be Assistant Secretary of Education and Nell Carney To Be Commissioner of the Rehabilitation Services Administration ID 360 Date 04/25/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Robert Davila to be Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitative Services and Nell Carney to be Commissioner of the Rehabilitation Services Administration. Both positions are in the Department of Education. Dr. Davila would succeed Madeleine Will, and Dr. Carney would …
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Statement on the Presidential Elections in Panama ID 368 Date 04/27/1989 The people of Panama clearly yearn for a free and fair election on May 7th so that their country can again take its rightful place in this hemisphere's community of democratic nations. Only the threat of violence and massive fraud by the Noriega regime will keep the Panamanian people from realizing that aspiration for democracy. Free and fair elections on May 7th, and respect for the results, can produce a legitimate government in …
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Remarks to the American Legislative Exchange Council ID 369 Date 04/28/1989 Thanks for that welcome, and thank all of you for being here today. And, Representative Halbrook, Mr. Brunelli, and ladies and gentlemen, friends -- Secretary Dole, who is doing an outstanding job for this administration, here she is -- and of course sitting over my left shoulder, Deb Anderson, the former speaker out there in South Dakota -- so, you'll have some kindred spirits here to talk to in the White House. And some of you …
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Nomination of Donald B. Rice To Be Secretary of the Air Force ID 376 Date 05/01/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Donald B. Rice to be Secretary of the Air Force. He would succeed Edward C. Aldridge, Jr. Since 1972 Mr. Rice has been the president and chief executive officer of the RAND Corp. Prior to this he was Assistant Director of the Office of Management and Budget, 1970 - 1972. He has served as a senior consultant to the Defense Science Board since 1984, and as a member, …
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Remarks to the Council of the Americas ID 377 Date 05/02/1989 Thank you very much, Mr. Secretary. And I am pleased to find myself here, surrounded by friends and in such high-powered company, once again, to be with David Rockefeller, the chairman of this illustrious Council; Ambassador Landau and Jim Flower, Bernie Aronson. And also I want to point out that I was accompanied over here by a man who is doing a superb job, a friend to many in this room, Brent Scowcroft. They couldn't find a seat for him, but …
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Continuation of Keith Lapham Brown as United States Ambassador to Denmark ID 379 Date 05/02/1989 The President today announced that Keith Lapham Brown will continue to serve as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Denmark. Since November 1988 Ambassador Brown has served as United States Ambassador to Denmark. From 1984 to 1988 he was self-employed. From 1982 to 1983 he was Ambassador to the Kingdom of Lesotho. He was president of Brown Investment Corp. in Denver, …
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Message on the Observance of Cinco de Mayo, 1989 ID 393 Date 05/05/1989 It is with great pleasure that I join the people of Mexico and all those of Mexican heritage in the United States in celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The historic victory at the Battle of Puebla clearly showed the unbeatable determination of a people struggling for independence. Though badly outnumbered by the French, the Mexican people fought bravely for the freedom of their country. With the beacon of democracy giving them hope and …
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Toast at a Dinner Hosted by Chancellor Helmut Kohl in Bonn, Federal Republic of Germany ID 471 Date 05/30/1989 Mr. Chancellor, and ladies and gentlemen, it is a very great honor for us to be in this magnificent room and to be received so warmly by the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany and by all of you. I would have enjoyed my first visit here as President regardless of its timing, for I have often visited this wonderful country. And always, Barbara and I have marveled at the kindness of your …