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Message to the Congress Reporting on the Economic Sanctions Against Nicaragua ID 1833 Date 05/01/1990 To the Congress of the United States: I hereby report to the Congress on developments since my last report of October 25, 1989, concerning the national emergency with respect to Nicaragua that was declared in Executive Order No. 12513 on May 1, 1985. This report also provides final information on total Administration expenses directly incurred in exercise of emergency authorities pursuant to that order …
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Nomination of Wallace Elmer Stickney To Be Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and Appointment as a Governor of the Board of Governors of the American National Red Cross ID 1851 Date 05/04/1990 The President today announced his intention to nominate Wallace Elmer Stickney to be Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. He would succeed Julius W. Becton, Jr. After confirmation, the President also announced his intention to appoint Wallace Elmer Stickney as a Governor of the Board …
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Exchange With Reporters in San Francisco, California ID 2370 Date 10/29/1990 The President. Well, let me just say that I'm delighted to be back here. We had a fundraising event for Pete Wilson and I am very encouraged with the support we keep reading about and hearing about for a Senator now about to be Governor. This State is a critical State in the sense of this election coming up. The governorship here is enormously important. It has national importance. And I am enthusiastically for Pete Wilson, and he …
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Proclamation 6367 -- Refugee Day, 1991 ID 3548 Date 10/28/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation The United States has long been both a symbol of hope and a source of substantial aid for refugees around the world. Through private voluntary organizations as well as government agencies, the American people have provided generous humanitarian assistance to millions of persons dislocated by natural disaster or by civil strife. We have also kept our doors open to people seeking …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Resignation of Frederick D. McClure as Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs ID 3776 Date 12/19/1991 President Bush today accepted with regret the resignation of Frederick D. McClure, 37, who has served as Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs since the beginning of the administration. Fred is resigning to become a director and member of the management committee of First Southwest Co. in Dallas, TX. First Southwest is a diversified …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the National Aero-Space Plane Program ID 744 Date 07/25/1989 The President, acting upon the recommendation of the Vice President, has approved the continuation of the National Aero-Space Plane (NASP) program as a high-priority national effort to develop and demonstrate hypersonic technologies with the ultimate goal of single-stage-to-orbit. The Government will complete the Phase II technology development program, and plans to develop an experimental flight vehicle …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on the Anniversary of the Central American Peace Plan ID 2146 Date 08/07/1990 August 7th commemorates a decisive anniversary in the history of Central America: the third anniversary of the signing in Guatemala City of Esquipulas II, the Central American peace plan. On this date 3 years ago, farsighted and courageous Central American leaders decided to forge a destiny of peace by constructing a framework for democracy. Enshrined as the central pillar of this agreement …
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Message to the Congress Reporting on the National Emergency With Respect to Export Control Regulations ID 4843 Date 09/25/1992 To the Congress of the United States: 1. On September 30, 1990, in Executive Order No. 12730, I declared a national emergency under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) (50 U.S.C. 1701, et seq.) to deal with the threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States caused by the lapse of the Export Administration Act of 1979, as amended (50 …
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Nomination of Robert S. Mueller III To Be an Assistant Attorney General ID 2046 Date 06/28/1990 The President today announced his intention to nominate Robert S. Mueller III to be an Assistant Attorney General for the Criminal Division at the Department of Justice. He would succeed Edward S.G. Dennis, Jr. Since 1988 Mr. Mueller has served as a partner with the law firm of Hill and Barlow in Boston, MA. Prior to this, he served in the Office of the U.S. Attorney, District of Massachusetts, in several …
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Nomination of James L. Kolstad To Be Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board ID 1448 Date 01/22/1990 The President today announced his intention to nominate James L. Kolstad to be Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board for a term of 2 years. He would succeed James Eugene Burnett, Jr. Since 1988 Mr. Kolstad has served as Acting Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board in Washington, DC. Prior to this, he served as Vice Chairman of the National Transportation Safety …
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Memorandum on the Presidential Quality and Management Improvement Awards ID 1014 Date 10/05/1989 Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies Subject: Presidential Quality and Management Improvement Awards The strength and success of the United States depend upon the performance of the 4.3 million civil servants and uniformed services personnel around the world. My experience in Government confirms that their skills, abilities, and dedication not only provide the necessary continuity of …
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Statement on the 90th Anniversary of Cuban Independence ID 4333 Date 05/20/1992 I would like to mark this day, the 90th anniversary of Cuban independence, by sharing my vision for a free and democratic Cuba. Just as the struggle for Cuban independence was hard fought, so too is the struggle of the Cuban people today to gain their freedom. The Castro dictatorship cannot and will not survive the wave of democracy that has swept over the world, and I believe the Cuban people are closer than ever to winning …
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Statement on Signing the Crime Control Act of 1990 ID 2511 Date 11/29/1990 Today I sign into law S. 3266, the ``Crime Control Act of 1990.'' The Act contains important steps forward in several areas, particularly Federal debt collection and prosecution of financial institutions fraud. It also provides further protection for children from child abuse and child pornography. However, I must note my deep disappointment over many provisions noticeably absent from the legislation. Over a year and a half ago, …
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White House Fact Sheet on the National Space Policy ID 1207 Date 11/16/1989 On November 2, 1989, the President approved a national space policy that updates and reaffirms U.S. goals and activities in space. The updated policy is the result of a review undertaken by the National Space Council. The revisions clarify, strengthen, and streamline selected aspects of the policy. Areas affected include civil and commercial remote sensing, space transportation, space debris, Federal subsidies of commercial space …
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Statement on the Resignation of Richard H. Truly as Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ID 3940 Date 02/12/1992 I have today regretfully accepted the resignation of Richard H. Truly as Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. It was almost 3 years ago that I nominated Dick to become Administrator of NASA. As a result of his leadership, NASA is better prepared for the 1990's and beyond. He has established a balanced space program, and he has worked …
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Proclamation 6392 -- Bicentennial of the District of Columbia Month, 1991 ID 3750 Date 12/13/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation Although it encompasses just 10 square miles, the District of Columbia contains a vast wealth of history and culture -- a legacy that befits our Nation's Capital. This year, we celebrate the 200th anniversary of our remarkable Federal city. Conceived by the Framers of our Constitution, who provided for the establishment of a special district to …
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Remarks to the Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe in Paris, France ID 2471 Date 11/19/1990 Mr. Chairman, this is a glorious day for Europe. This morning I signed for my country an arms control agreement which ends the military confrontation that has cursed this continent for decades. This afternoon we welcome a summit document, a Charter of Paris, which expresses the common aspirations of our society. It is right that we gather here in this magnificent city, a city of civilization, to declare …
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Remarks on Presenting the National Endowment for the Humanities 1991 Charles Frankel Awards ID 3639 Date 11/15/1991 Please be seated, and we'll get on with the show here. Welcome to all of you. Barbara and I are just delighted to have you here. I especially want to single out Lynne Cheney, the Chairman -- hey, you -- [laughter] -- the Chairman of the National Endowment for the Humanities; and then greet the members of the Council, the Endowments National Council. And, of course, a special greeting to the …
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Message on the Observance of Christmas ID 3732 Date 12/11/1991 At Christmas, we celebrate the promise of salvation that God gave to mankind almost 2,000 years ago. The birth of Christ changed the course of history, and His life changed the soul of man. Christ taught that giving is the greatest of all aspirations and that the redemptive power of love and sacrifice is stronger than any force of arms. It is testimony to the wisdom and the truth of these teachings that they have not only endured but also …
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The President's News Conference ID 3542 Date 10/25/1991 The President. Well, I have a brief statement, and then I'll be glad to take a few questions. After extraordinary debate and negotiation, we have reached an agreement with Senate Republican and Democratic leaders on a civil rights bill that would be a source of pride for all Americans. It does not resort to quotas, and it strengthens the cause of equality in the workplace. Both the administration and the Congress can present this legislation to the …
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Remarks on the Observance of National Afro-American (Black) History Month ID 2735 Date 02/25/1991 Thank you very much. It is a great, great pleasure for Barbara and me to welcome you all to the White House. It's good to see so many friends here today, including so many members of our administration: our Vice President, of course; and Lou Sullivan; Jack Kemp; Lynn Martin; of course, the Chairman of our Joint Chiefs, General Powell; Connie Newman; Art Fletcher; and so many more. I salute our red-coated …
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Remarks on the Termination of Economic Sanctions Against South Africa and a News Conference ID 3170 Date 07/10/1991 The President. Let me begin with a statement, and then I will take a few questions. First, let me state that apartheid must be eliminated. We've worked with the nations of the world to bring an end to this system of racial prejudice by every means possible. Political and economic pressure had been brought against the Government of South Africa by the United States and by other nations for the …
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Statement by Press Secretary Fitzwater on Landsat Satellite Program Funding ID 481 Date 06/01/1989 The President today announced he had approved funding for continued operations of Landsat satellites 4 and 5 and for the completion and launch of Landsat 6. The President's action endorsed a recommendation from the National Space Council, chaired by Vice President Dan Quayle. The President also directed the National Space Council and the Office of Management and Budget to review options with the intention of …
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Proclamation 6356 -- World Food Day, 1991 and 1992 ID 3501 Date 10/11/1991 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation At a time when America traditionally celebrates the promise of a rich autumn harvest, we do well to remember that hunger and malnutrition are a painful reality for millions of people around the world today. The situation is particularly tragic among infants and children in less developed countries. Each year millions die of starvation or disease; many others are …
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Remarks at a Disability Community Tribute to the President ID 5166 Date 01/12/1993 Thank you all for this honor. You talk about a sea of friendly faces. I'll get in trouble for singling some out and leaving out others, but certainly Evan Kemp and Justin, Justin Dart; Dick and Ginny Thornburgh here; Pat Wright; Judi Chamberlin; Tom McKeithan; Doro, my daughter; King Jordan, Dr. I. King; and of course, Senator Bob Dole and other Members of Congress here. I think of my receiving this, and I think of all Bob …
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Exchange With Reporters Prior to a Meeting With the Congressional Black Caucus ID 3134 Date 06/25/1991 Q. Mr. President, are you going to lift South African sanctions soon? The President. We're not taking any questions at what is known as a photo opportunity. I will say, I'm glad to have the Black Caucus here. We have had differences on some issues. I don't think we have differences in terms of questioning each other's motives, and I think on this question I want to hear from them. And then I want to tell …
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Statement on Signing the Bill Establishing the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site in St. Louis County, Missouri ID 1000 Date 10/03/1989 Today I have signed into law H.R. 1529, an Act to establish the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site in St. Louis County, Missouri. This action will preserve White Haven, an estate owned by President Grant and his wife Julia Dent. The Grants lived together at White Haven during the crucial pre-Civil War years. It was during this time that Grant's strength of …
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Remarks on Arrival in Columbus, Ohio ID 4941 Date 10/09/1992 The President. Thank you all. Audience members. Four more years! Four more years! Four more years! The President. Thank you very, very much. You've got a great Governor in George Voinovich, and his wife, Janet, is with us here today. Let me say, while we're at it, everyplace I go they're holding up these signs saying ``Clean House!'' I want to see us helping the Senate, too, by sending Mike DeWine to the United States Senate. I salute my former …
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Remarks to the Community in Springfield, Missouri ID 4826 Date 09/22/1992 Thank you all very, very much. Thank you very much. And let me just say to Governor Ashcroft how appreciative I am for that rousing introduction. And let me tell you, it's a joy to be back. I keep showing up in this marvelous part of the country. I understand that I owe a vote of gratitude to Ben Parnell, a leading, most respected Democrat who gave an outstanding talk here; to Hal Gibbs, a former leader in the Perot organization who …
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Message to the Congress Transmitting a Report on the Establishment of the National Space Council ID 27 Date 02/01/1989 To the Congress of the United States: I hereby transmit my report outlining the composition and functions of the National Space Council to be established by Executive order. 1. Composition. The National Space Council will be composed of the following members: 1. The Vice President 2. Secretary of State 3. Secretary of Defense 4. Secretary of Commerce 5. Secretary of Transportation 6. …