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Message to the Congress Transmitting the Iceland-United States Fishing Agreement ID 386 Date 05/03/1989 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the Magnuson Fishery Conservation and Management Act of 1976 (Public Law 94 - 265; 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq.), I transmit herewith an agreement effected by exchange of notes on November 23, 1988, and January 17, 1989, extending for the period of 2 years from July 1, 1989, until July 1, 1991, and amending to conform with current U.S. law, the Agreement …
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Nomination of Sean Charles O'Keefe To Be Comptroller of the Department of Defense ID 387 Date 05/03/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Sean Charles O'Keefe to be Comptroller of the Department of Defense. He would succeed Clyde O. Glaister. Since 1981 Mr. O'Keefe has been on the staff of the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations, and serves as the minority counsel for the defense subcommittee. He served as the staff director for the defense subcommittee until 1987. Mr. …
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Remarks Following Discussions With President Mohammed Hosni Mubarak of Egypt ID 260 Date 04/03/1989 President Bush. Well, it was a special pleasure for me to welcome our good friend, President Hosni Mubarak, to the White House this morning. Our personal relationship goes back several years, from the days we were both Vice Presidents, then through my visit to Cairo in 1986, and then our most recent meeting in Tokyo in February. I am glad for this early opportunity to discuss with President Mubarak the vital …
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Nomination of Richard Schmalensee To Be a Member of the Council of Economic Advisers ID 266 Date 04/04/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Richard Schmalensee to be a member of the Council of Economic Advisers. He would succeed Thomas Gale Moore. Since 1967 Dr. Schmalensee has served in various capacities at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, including Gordon Y. Billard professor of economics and management, 1988 to present; professor, department of economics, 1986 to …
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Nomination of Catalina Vasquez Villalpando To Be Treasurer of the United States ID 269 Date 04/04/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Catalina Vasquez Villalpando to be Treasurer of the United States. She would succeed Katherine D. Ortega. Since 1985 Ms. Villalpando has been a senior vice president and partner of Communications International, Inc., in Washington, DC. She is currently national chairman for the Republican National Hispanic Assembly and has served in this capacity …
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Remarks at the Presentation Ceremony for the National Teacher of the Year Award ID 271 Date 04/05/1989 Thank you, ladies and gentlemen, Governor, distinguished Members of the Congress. Well, it is my pleasure to welcome so many distinguished guests here to the White House, to honor a teacher who epitomizes excellence in education. What goes on in the schools is important to me, and I like to get out of the office and talk with the kids whenever the chance presents itself. Last week I was over here in James …
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Continuation of Leonard H.O. Spearman, Sr., as United States Ambassador to Rwanda ID 283 Date 04/06/1989 The President today announced that Leonard H.O. Spearman, Sr., will continue to serve as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Rwanda. Since 1988 Ambassador Spearman has been the United States Ambassador to the Republic of Rwanda. Prior to this he was a distinguished professor of psychology at Texas Southern University, 1986 - 1988. He was …
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Designation of John Charles Gartland as Chairman of the National Commission for Employment Policy ID 292 Date 04/10/1989 The President today designated John Charles Gartland as Chairman of the National Commission for Employment Policy. He would succeed Trudy McDonald. Mr. Gartland has served as a member since March 3, 1987. Since 1979 Mr. Gartland has served as director of Washington affairs for the Amway Corp. in Washington, DC. From 1974 to 1976, he served as Executive Assistant to the Secretary of the …
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Remarks at the Presentation Ceremony for the President's Volunteer Action Awards ID 294 Date 04/11/1989 The President. Welcome, honored guests, ladies and gentlemen. First, I'm pleased to see so many members of our Cabinet present here today, Members of the United States Congress, Senator. And welcome to all of you, our most honored guests. Let me add that I have a slight confession to make. It's been said -- and I know this will shock you -- that sometimes I don't speak in very good English and that I …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on President and Mrs. Bush's 1988 Income Tax Return ID 296 Date 04/12/1989 The President and Mrs. Bush's 1988 tax return shows that they paid ,106 in Federal income tax on an adjusted gross income of 7,171, of which 5,000 was the President's salary as Vice President. In addition to the Vice Presidential salary, the Bushes also reported 5,662 in income from their blind trust: ,147 in interest income and ,362 in income from other sources. A capital loss from the blind …
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Nomination of Richard Harrison Truly To Be Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ID 299 Date 04/12/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Richard Harrison Truly to be Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. He would succeed Jame C. Fletcher. Since 1986 Rear Admiral Truly has served as Associate Administrator for Space Flight at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration in Washington, DC. Prior to this he was first …
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Message to the Congress Transmitting Proposed Legislation on Government Ethics ID 301 Date 04/12/1989 To the Congress of the United States: I am pleased to submit for your consideration and enactment a bill entitled the ``Government-Wide Ethics Act of 1989.'' This legislation reflects my commitment to ensuring the protection of the public interest in the integrity of the Government. The ``Government-Wide Ethics Act of 1989'' would constitute the first major revision of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 …
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Informal Exchange With Reporters ID 490 Date 06/02/1989 The President. Thank you all. Great trip; enjoyed it. Q. How do you feel, Mr. President? The President. Feel pretty good, feel pretty good -- can't wait to take a day off, but -- -- Q. We're hearing about some more bold new moves, such as the one you made -- [laughter]. The President. Hey, listen, I'll let you know in the same fashion we let you know on the first one. Q. -- -- of your political career? Strategic Arms Reduction Talks Q. START talks -- …
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Statement on the Chinese Government's Suppression of Student Demonstrations ID 492 Date 06/03/1989 It is clear that the Chinese Government has chosen to use force against Chinese citizens who were making a peaceful statement in favor of democracy. I deeply deplore the decision to use force against peaceful demonstrators and the consequent loss of life. We have been urging -- and continue to urge -- nonviolence, restraint, and dialog. Tragically, another course has been chosen. Again, I urge a return to …
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Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee Reporting on the Cyprus Conflict ID 495 Date 06/05/1989 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. Chairman:) In accordance with Public Law 95 - 384, I am submitting to you this bimonthly report on progress toward a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus question. During the past 2 months the two Cypriot parties have continued their efforts, under the auspices of the United Nations Secretary General, to assemble …
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Nomination of Edward C. Stringer To Be General Counsel of the Department of Education ID 496 Date 06/05/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Edward C. Stringer to be General Counsel at the Department of Education. He would succeed Wendell L. Willkie, II. Since 1980 Mr. Stringer has served in various capacities at the Pillsbury Company, including senior vice president and general counsel, 1980 - 1982; executive vice president and general counsel, 1982 - 1983; and executive vice …
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Accordance of the Personal Rank of Ambassador to Peter Tomsen While Serving as Special Envoy to the Afghan Resistance ID 502 Date 06/05/1989 The President today accorded the personal rank of Ambassador to Peter Tomsen, of California, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Minister-Counselor, in his capacity as Special Envoy to the Afghan Resistance. Mr. Tomsen entered the Foreign Service in 1967. He has most recently completed an assignment as the deputy chief of mission of the U.S. …
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Remarks at the Welcoming Ceremony for Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto of Pakistan ID 505 Date 06/06/1989 The President. Prime Minister Bhutto, Mr. Zardari, and distinguished guests, Franklin Roosevelt once called this the house owned by all the American people. Well, on behalf of all the American people, Barbara and I are honored to welcome you to the White House. Your visit marks an occasion for both of us to celebrate and renew the ties of friendship between democratic Pakistan and the United States and to …
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Nomination of Michael J. Astrue To Be General Counsel of the Department of Health and Human Services
Nomination of Michael J. Astrue To Be General Counsel of the Department of Health and Human Services ID 507 Date 06/06/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Michael J. Astrue to be General Counsel of the Department of Health and Human Services. He would succeed Malcolm M.B. Sterrett. Since 1988 Mr. Astrue has been Associate Counsel to the President in the Executive Office of the President in Washington, DC. Prior to this he was Counselor to the Commissioner for the Social Security …
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Remarks to Members of Ducks Unlimited ID 516 Date 06/08/1989 Thank you, Harry, very, very much, and all of you for that warm welcome. Every member of Ducks Unlimited can eat his heart out -- or hers -- and I say that because you should be very jealous of me. You ought to see the beautiful carvings that you all gave to me carved by Bill Veasey -- two ducks -- one of the most spectacular pieces of duck artwork that I believe I've ever seen. And so, I'm grateful to all of you for that presentation that Harry …
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Nomination of Thomas Patrick Melady To Be United States Ambassador to the Holy See ID 521 Date 06/09/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Thomas Patrick Melady to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Holy See. He would succeed Frank Shakespeare. Since 1986 Dr. Melady has been president of the Connecticut Public Expenditure Council in Hartford, CT. He was president of Sacred Heart University, 1976 - 1986. Dr. Melady has also served as …
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Remarks Announcing Proposed Legislation To Amend the Clean Air Act ID 524 Date 06/12/1989 Well, in this room are Republicans and Democrats, leaders from both sides of the aisle in Congress, Governors, executives from some of the most important companies and business organizations in America, leading conservationists, and people who have devoted their lives to creating a cleaner and safer environment. And I've invited you here today to make a point. With the leadership assembled in this room, we can break …
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Designation of Kenneth M. Carr as Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission ID 526 Date 06/12/1989 The President has designated Kenneth M. Carr as Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, effective July 1, 1989. He would succeed Lando W. Zech, Jr. Since 1986 Commissioner Carr has served as a member of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Prior to this, he served in the U.S. Navy as Deputy and Chief of Staff to the Commander in Chief, Atlantic Command, and the Commander in Chief of the U.S. Atlantic …
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Nomination of Stella Garcia Guerra To Be an Assistant Secretary of the Interior ID 529 Date 06/13/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Stella Garcia Guerra to be an Assistant Secretary of the Interior (Territorial and International Affairs). She would succeed Janet J. McCoy. Since 1985 Ms. Guerra has served as a member of the board of directors of the Mexican-American Cultural Center. In addition, Ms. Guerra has served as a member of the advisory board for Friends of the Philippine …
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Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President of the Senate Reporting on the Generalized System of Preferences ID 314 Date 04/13/1989 Dear Mr. Speaker: (Dear Mr. President:) I am writing concerning the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) and two current beneficiary countries, Burma and the Central African Republic. The GSP program is authorized by the Trade Act of 1974, as amended. I intend to suspend indefinitely Burma and the Central African Republic from their status as GSP …
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Remarks to Citizens in Hamtramck, Michigan ID 326 Date 04/17/1989 Cardinal Szoka, your Eminence. Bob, thank you for the warm greeting to your wonderful community. Governor Blanchard -- it's an honor to have the Governor of the great State here. And I want to pay my respects to the members of the Michigan congressional delegation that came out here with me -- Senator Riegle and several distinguished Members of the House of Representatives sitting over here -- and also to Senator John Engler, who is the …
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Remarks at the National Conference of the Building and Construction Trades Department of the AFL - CIO ID 327 Date 04/18/1989 Thank you for that warm welcome. Thank you, Bob Georgine, for that warm welcome. Since the election is over, the story can now be told: a proud story about all the help this guy gave me in the last two elections. [Laughter] No, here's the way it worked, really. [Laughter] In this very room, I'm at an Italian-American dinner in 1984, sitting up here at the high -- you know, the big …
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Message to the Congress Reporting Budget Deferrals ID 328 Date 04/18/1989 To the Congress of the United States: In accordance with the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, I herewith report five revised deferrals of budget authority now totaling 9,663,811. The deferrals affect programs in the Departments of Agriculture, Defense-Civil, Energy, Health and Human Services-Social Security Administration, and Justice. The details of the deferrals are contained in the enclosed report. George Bush The White House, …
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Message on the Observance of National Nursing Home Week, May 14 - 20, 1989 ID 335 Date 04/19/1989 National Nursing Home Week is a time for us to remember in a special way the millions of older Americans who reside in the 19,000 nursing homes and long-term care facilities throughout the United States. This week we also salute the thousands of dedicated healthcare professionals and volunteers who work tirelessly to provide care and support to residents and their families. This year's theme: ``Nursing Homes: …
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Nomination of Morton Isaac Abramowitz To Be United States Ambassador to Turkey ID 336 Date 04/19/1989 The President today announced his intention to nominate Morton Isaac Abramowitz, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of Career Minister, as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Turkey. He would succeed Robert Strausz-Hupe. Since 1986 Ambassador Abramowitz has been Assistant Secretary of State for Intelligence and Research. Prior to this, he was …