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Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting the Annual Report on International Activities in Science and Technology ID 1687 Date 03/23/1990 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. Chairman:) In accordance with Title V of the Foreign Relations Authorization Act of Fiscal 1979, as amended (Public Law 95 - 426; 22 U.S.C. 2656c(b)), I am pleased to transmit the annual report on international activities in science and technology (S T) for fiscal year 1989. A characteristic feature of our age is the unprecedented rate of …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Expulsion of United States Diplomats From Lithuania ID 1691 Date 03/23/1990 Our Embassy in Moscow today was informed that two U.S. diplomats in Vilnius were ordered to depart in 12 hours. They will comply. They will return to the U.S. consulate in Leningrad. This action certainly adds to our concerns. It does not contribute to a lessening of tensions that would make productive dialog easier. We have protested, especially in light of the fact that the United …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on Lithuanian Independence ID 1694 Date 03/26/1990 We have been urging a peaceful dialog to resolve this issue. The Soviets themselves have publicly and privately assured us that they have no intention of using military force to resolve the issue. We have also urged that neither side undertake any actions which could preclude the continuation of this dialog. It is incumbent that both sides maintain open communication and not take any actions that can be …
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Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report on Compliance With Arms Control Agreements ID 1697 Date 03/27/1990 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. Chairman:) Pursuant to section 52 of the Arms Control and Disarmament Act, as amended (22 U.S.C. 2592), I am pleased to transmit the enclosed report on the adherence of the United States to arms control treaty obligations and on problems related to compliance by other nations with the provisions of arms control agreements to which the United States is a party. …
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Remarks at the 20th Anniversary Dinner of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies ID 1725 Date 04/04/1990 Thank you all for that warm welcome. Wendell, thank you, sir. And to Eddie Williams, my respects and thanks for having me here. And to David Kearns and Vernon Jordan, our old friend, and Jim Robinson, another, thank you all. And to Reverend Newsome, thank you, sir, for that lovely invocation. It's also good to be out on the town with our good friend Elsie Hillman, well-known to many here. …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Upcoming Summit With President Mikhail Gorbachev of the Soviet Union ID 1727 Date 04/05/1990 President Bush and President Gorbachev have agreed on dates for holding their summit meeting in the United States. The summit will take place during the dates of Wednesday, May 30, and Sunday, June …
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Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report on the Activities of the Soviet Union-United States Standing Consultative Commission ID 1729 Date 04/05/1990 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. Chairman:) In accordance with the Arms Control and Disarmament Act as amended by section 3(b) of the Arms Control and Disarmament Amendments Act of 1987 (22 U.S.C. 2578), attached is a classified report prepared by the United States Commissioner to the U.S.-U.S.S.R. Standing Consultative Commission (SCC) concerning the …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Appointment of Richard L. Armitage as Special Negotiator for the Future Status of United States Access to Military Facilities in the Philippines ID 1741 Date 04/10/1990 The President today announced the appointment of Richard L. Armitage as Special Negotiator for the future status of U.S. access to military facilities in the Philippines. Mr. Armitage most recently served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, and he has had a long …
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Statement on the Election of Violeta Chamorro as President of Nicaragua ID 1588 Date 02/26/1990 In this remarkable year of political change, democracy won another victory yesterday. I am most pleased that there has been a free and fair election in Nicaragua and that the results are being accepted by both sides. I am sending messages to Mrs. Chamorro congratulating her on her victory and to President Ortega congratulating him on the conduct of the election and his stated willingness to abide by the results. …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the White House Conference on Science and Economics Research Related to Global Change ID 1590 Date 02/26/1990 President Bush today invited a number of countries, the European Community, and the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) to send official delegations to a White House Conference on Science and Economics Research Related to Global Change. The Conference will be held in Washington, DC, April 17 - 18, 1990. The President announced his …
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Remarks Congratulating the Super Bowl Champion San Francisco 49ers ID 1594 Date 02/27/1990 The President. Who was it -- Yogi [Berra] used to talk about deja vu all over again. Well, here we are, and Barbara and I are just delighted. It seems, really -- and the talk in coming through the line -- that only just yesterday it seemed that we celebrated the last Super Bowl victory, and now here we are. So, to Eddie DeBartolo and the staff, certainly Coach Seifert and all the players of the 49ers and families, …
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Exchange With Reporters on the President's Telephone Conversation With Chairman Mikhail Gorbachev of the Soviet Union ID 1595 Date 02/28/1990 The President. Well, I just wanted to mention that this morning I had a very good talk with President Gorbachev. We touched on matters relating to Nicaragua and Central America and also matters relating to the changes in Europe. I'm not going to say any more on the details of the talk, but it was a very constructive conversation. I thanked him for his reception of …
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Remarks at the Dedication Ceremony for the North Los Angeles County Correctional Facility in Santa Monica, California ID 1602 Date 03/01/1990 Thank you all very much, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you, Sheriff Block. Thank you all for that warm welcome back. And, Sherm, let me just say once again the respect that I feel in my heart for you and others that are serving with you in this important work. I understand your daughter, Barbara, is here -- Sergeant Persten, I believe, of the sheriff's department. If …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the President's Physical Examination ID 1748 Date 04/12/1990 President Bush today completed a routine physical examination at Bethesda Naval Hospital and is in excellent health. The President's examination lasted approximately 4 hours. The physical was conducted under the direction of Dr. Burton Lee, the President's personal physician. ``President Bush is in truly excellent health,'' Dr. Lee said. ``He continues to keep extremely fit through vigorous physical …
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Appointment of Andrew L. Lewis, Jr., as a Member of the Dwight David Eisenhower Centennial Commission ID 1761 Date 04/16/1990 The President today announced his intention to appoint Andrew L. Lewis, Jr., to be a member of the Dwight David Eisenhower Centennial Commission. He would succeed Walter N. Thayer. Since 1987 Mr. Lewis has served as chairman and chief executive officer of Union Pacific Corp. in Bethlehem, PA. Prior to this he was president and chief operating officer, 1986 - 1987. Mr. Lewis served …
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Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting a Report on the United States Military Presence in East Asia ID 1773 Date 04/18/1990 Dear Mr. Chairman: (Dear Senator:) (Dear Congressman:) Pursuant to section 915 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1990 and 1991 (Public Law 101 - 189), I am hereby transmitting classified and unclassified versions of a report on the military presence of the United States in East Asia, including the Republic of Korea. The reports include a strategic plan …
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Nomination of Daniel F. Evans To Be a Director of the Federal Housing Finance Board, and Designation as Chairman ID 1775 Date 04/19/1990 The President today announced his intention to nominate Daniel F. Evans to be a Director of the Federal Housing Finance Board for a term of 7 years. Upon confirmation and appointment he will be designated Chairman. This is a new position. Since 1985 Mr. Evans has served as a partner with the law firm of Baker and Daniels in Indianapolis, IN. Prior to this, he served as a …
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Statement on the Observance of the 75th Anniversary of the Armenian Massacres ID 1782 Date 04/20/1990 Throughout this century, the United States has had a special, enduring relationship with the Armenian people. Armenians around the world share with their friends in the United States a love of freedom, and as proud people, they have a strong commitment to the preservation of their heritage and culture. Their history, though marked by a number of tragedies, nonetheless reflects their faith and the strength …
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Remarks at the Presentation of a Point of Light Award to Reef Relief and an Exchange With Reporters in Islamorada, Florida ID 1784 Date 04/22/1990 The President. Well, Craig and Deevon Quirolo, and guests, I'm here this morning because I want to recognize the good work, the outstanding work, of Reef Relief of Key West, Florida, as the 123d daily Point of Light. After witnessing an alarming increase in the loss of coral reefs from anchors and excessive ocean traffic, Craig founded Reef Relief, and today …
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Remarks at the Presentation Ceremony for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching ID 2288 Date 10/02/1990 To our Secretary of Energy, Jim Watkins, delighted to see you sir; and Ted Sanders, the Under Secretary of Education; Fred Bernthal; Dr. Bill Phillips; and all of you here in the Rose Garden. I am very pleased to have this opportunity to join you today and add my congratulations to those that you have already received. Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science and …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the President's Meeting With Jonas Savimbi of the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola ID 2289 Date 10/02/1990 The President met for 30 minutes today with UNITA leader Jonas Savimbi. The President pledged our continued support for Dr. Savimbi and his movement. The President believes that the steadfastness of that support is a key factor in pushing the current negotiations to a successful conclusion. The President expressed the hope that these …
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Nomination of Michael Joseph Bayer To Be Federal Inspector of the Alaska Natural Gas Transportation System ID 2297 Date 10/04/1990 The President today announced his intention to nominate Michael Joseph Bayer, of Ohio, to be Federal Inspector of the Alaska Natural Gas Transportation System. He would succeed Theodore J. Garrish. Since 1985 Mr. Bayer has served as manager of operations for the Panhandle Eastern Corp. in Washington, DC. Prior to this, he served as counselor for the U.S. Synthetic Fuels Corp. …
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Remarks on the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe Negotiations ID 2298 Date 10/04/1990 Yesterday in the Rose Garden, we celebrated the dawn of a new era for Germany and welcome the prospect of a Europe whole and free. But despite these dramatic political events, Europe is still the site of the greatest concentration of armed strength in the world. As Europe is transformed politically, we must also redraw the military map of the Continent and lift some of the shadows and fears that we and our allies have …
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The President's News Conference ID 2308 Date 10/09/1990 The President. Let me just go with an opening statement, and then be glad to respond to questions. First, on the budget, the committees of Congress now take up the arduous task of implementing the budget resolution that they just passed. We've been pulling and tugging at this framework agreement for nearly 5 months, and it's been difficult because that whole underlying problem is difficult. And we're trying to reduce the Federal deficit by 0 billion …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the President's Meeting With Foreign Minister Sa`ud al-Faysal Al Sa`ud of Saudi Arabia ID 2311 Date 10/09/1990 The President met this afternoon in the Oval Office with His Royal Highness, Prince Sa`ud al-Faysal, the Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The President asked the Prince to convey to His Majesty, King Fahd, assurances of the United States continued commitment to ending Iraq's occupation of Kuwait and the restoration of the legitimate …
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Remarks at a Rally for Governor Bob Martinez in St. Petersburg, Florida ID 2313 Date 10/10/1990 The President. Thank you very, very much. I'll get to that in a minute. [Laughter] Listen, Governor Martinez, and to Mary Jane, thank you both for greeting us. And thank all of you for that welcome. I want to pay my respects to all of you and thank you for being here. And I guarantee to get out of here before Marco gets in here -- or whatever the name of that hurricane is -- and I'm taking off my coat because it …
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Remarks at a Fundraising Reception for Gubernatorial Candidate Johnny Isakson in Atlanta, Georgia ID 2314 Date 10/10/1990 Be seated, at least some of you. [Laughter] Johnny, thank you very much. And to you and Dianne, Barbara and I send our warmest best wishes for a big victory in November. And I want to thank Chairman Poitevint, who is doing such a good job for our party; former chairman and my great friend and longtime supporter, without whom I expect I wouldn't be standing here, Fred Coopert. And with …
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Presidential Determination No. 91 - 3 -- Memorandum on Refugee Admissions ID 2324 Date 10/12/1990 Memorandum for the United States Coordinator for Refugee Affairs Subject: Determination of FY 1991 Refugee Admissions Numbers and Authorization of In-country Refugee Status Pursuant to Sections 207 and 101(a)(42), Respectively, of the Immigration and Nationality Act In accordance with section 207 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (``the Act'') (8 U.S.C. 1157), and after appropriate consultation with the …
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Nomination of Robert William Gambino To Be Director of Selective Service ID 2325 Date 10/15/1990 The President announced his intention to nominate Robert William Gambino, of Virginia, to be Director of Selective Service. He would succeed Samuel K. Lessey, Jr. Currently Mr. Gambino serves as vice president of the Petite Research Group, Inc., in Falls Church, VA. Prior to this, he served as project manager for the System Planning Corp., 1987 - 1988; self-employed consultant, 1987; vice president of Kaiser …
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Remarks and an Exchange With Reporters Following Discussions With Chancellor Helmut Kohl of the Federal Republic of Germany ID 1977 Date 06/08/1990 The President. Well, let me just say in the beginning here that we were delighted to have Chancellor Kohl back at the White House for a small dinner -- one more step in the very close consultations that the United States has with the Federal Republic. We are in general and, I'd say, firm agreement on how we both look at Europe now. And once again, Chancellor …