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George H. W. Bush

41st President of the United States. President Bush served from 1989-1993.

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Which states did George H. W. Bush lose in 1988?

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George H. W. Bush, the Republican candidate, lost in 1988 in the states of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and the District of Columbia (not an official state but participates in the presidential election). He won the overall election by defeating Michael Dukakis, the Democratic candidate.

What was George Herbert Walker Bush job?

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George Herbert Walker Bush held several roles throughout his career. He served as the 41st President of the United States from 1989 to 1993. Prior to that, he was the Vice President under President Ronald Reagan from 1981 to 1989. Bush also had a background in business and served as the Director of the CIA and as a congressman from Texas.

What town in MA was George H.W. Bush's family living when he was born?

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George H.W. Bush was born in Milton, Massachusetts.

Is George H. W. Bush dead?

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As of 2014, he is alive, and turns 90 years old.

He is currently the oldest living ex-President. (born June 13, 1924)

He would not become the longest-lived US President until November 2017 (age 93 1/2).

When did George H. Lang die?

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There is no information available on the death of a person named George H. Lang. It is possible that he may not be a public figure or his death may not have been widely reported.

Who was George W. Bushs economic advisor?

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Rodney Bearden from Dalton Georgia, Was Hand selected by George w. Bush Jr. To become his Personal and Americas Chief Global Finacial Advisor.

What is president hw bush's mailing address in Houston Texas?

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George H.W. Bush's mailing address is 10000 Memorial Drive, Suite 900, Houston, Texas. Another address is Walker's Point, Kennebunk Port in Maine.

Did President Bush really say Is your children learning in a speech?

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His most famous speech to school children came on Sept. 11, 2001. He was reading a story, when one of his Aids whispered in to his ear, that one the Twin Towers had just be hit by an airplane. He paused for a few moments, then continued reading the story.

Why is the US hated?

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Most of the world sees Americans (those living in the USA) as ignorant, arrogant, brash, loud, war mongering, and materialistic, not to mention megalomaniacs. The following video is evidence: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZgDVx2gZUI If still in denial, also see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lwbSdL2s00&feature=PlayList&p=B5272E78FF3DCACA&index=0&playnext=1 Hope your question has been answered to your satisfaction.

When did George H. W. Bush the 41st president declare war?

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War was never declared on Iraq. President Bush ordered the invasion to find and stop the building of weapons of mass destruction and germ warfare. It was also thought that Iraq was hiding the terrorists who had destroyed the World Trade Center and attacked the Pentagon. Oil may have been a factor, but that was never stated.

When did George H W Bush refuse to eat broccoli?

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March, 1990 is when he made a statement about not liking broccoli that was picked by the press.

What was George H. W. Bush early career?

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being the united states of america of course

Was George Bush ever a lawyer?

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No, neither George H.W. Bush nor George W. Bush were lawyers.

Did George H. W. Bush do any bad things while president?

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he failed to prevent the invasion of Kuwait, he did a dirty campaign tricks and he failed to enact enabling legislation for the Basel convention.

Is HW bush a freemason?

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As of 3 January 2010, President George H.W. Bush is not a Freemason.

How did George W. Bush abuse his power?

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No- not in any way that is known at present. yeh but only an american repuplican would say that am i right ay ay ! ;) just ask iraq

When did George W. Bush visit the troops in Iraq?

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He visited them on Thanksgiving Day, 2003. He made several other visits to Iraq, mostly to talk with Iraqi officials, but likely met some troops as well,

Who was Barbara Bush's real father?

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Her father was Ohio businessman and publisher Marvin Pierce (1893-1969). Barbara's mother Pauline Robinson Pierce was killed in 1949 when he crashed their car in Westchester County, NY.

Who was George W. Bush enemies?

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He was the Vice President under Ronald Reagan. He was successful in defeating Michael Dukakis in the election of 1988, becoming the 41st president of the US. He lost to Bill Clinton when he ran for a second term in 1992.

How many times did George W. Bush visit Walter reed medical center?

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President Obama has visited Walter Reed Medical Center at least seven times since he took office, and there may have been other times that were not made public; he has also visited wounded service-members in other hospitals. Like his predecessor, President Bush, Mr. Obama goes to Walter Reed to spend time with wounded members of the military and their families. Reports that President Obama never goes to visit the wounded are erroneous. It should also be noted that his wife Michelle and Vice President Biden's wife Jill have made regular visits, especially in support of the families of the service-members.

How many years did George HW Bush serve a president?

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George Herbert Walker Bush came into the presidency as one of the most qualified candidates to assume the office. He had a long career in both domestic politics and foreign affairs, knew the government bureaucracy, and had eight years of hands-on training as vice president. Still, if presidential success is determined by winning reelection, Bush was unsuccessful because he failed to convince the American public to give him another four years in office. Generally the Bush presidency is viewed as successful in foreign affairs but a disappointment in domestic affairs. In the minds of voters, his achievements in foreign policy were not enough to overshadow the economic recession, and in 1992, the American public voted for change.

Bush came into office promising continuity with the Reagan years and proceeded cautiously; he did not advocate radical change or announce sweeping domestic programs. He was constrained by a large budget deficit, limited federal revenue to fund programs, and a Democratic-controlled Congress. Critics charged that his administration lacked vision and did not communicate its approach effectively to the public. Although Bush had some notable domestic achievements, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Clean Air Act Amendments, he focused much of his attention on foreign affairs.

Presidents generally have more control over foreign policy than domestic policy, and this was markedly the case during the Bush presidency. Bush put together a strong team of advisers, including James Baker, Dick Cheney, Brent Scowcroft, and Colin Powell, and together they oversaw significant accomplishments. Bush had a conservative nature and was uncomfortable with bold, dramatic change, preferring stability and calm. These characteristics helped him lead the United States through a period of geopolitical transition. Although the Bush administration often had little control over the unfolding of world events, its responses helped avoid chaos. His refusal to gloat or declare victory during the collapse of the Soviet empire helped Mikhail Gorbachev and diffused a possible backlash from the hardliners in the Soviet government. President Bush showed that he could act unilaterally (such as in Panama) but he was also able to form a large, diverse coalition (such as in the Persian Gulf War).

Still American voters did not perceive that President Bush cared enough about domestic issues. Some observers have criticized Bush for not "selling" his achievements more successfully and running an inept campaign in 1992. He alienated the more conservative wing of the Republican Party in a variety of ways including breaking his promise not to raise taxes and cutting military spending. Conservatives felt he had betrayed the Reagan Revolution. He was also not helped by his unfair image as a rich Ivy Leaguer who was out of touch with average Americans; despite living much of his adult life in Texas, he could not overcome the stereotypes associated with his privileged New England background.

The passage of time is essential in formulating a true understanding of any presidency-only after the partisan battles have cooled and a policy legacy is fully matured can an honest assessment be made of President George H. W. Bush's place in history. The historical assessment of "Bush 41" is still evolving, and fairly or not, when a father and son both serve as President of the United States, comparisons are inevitable. And since both Presidents spent considerable time during their administrations dealing with Iraq, historians will take notice of their respective skills at conducting foreign affairs. For example, Bush 41's efforts to build an international coalition before embarking on the Persian Gulf War differed greatly from his son's unilateral approach, and will likely serve him well in the assessments of future generations of historians and political scientists. Perhaps the only thing one can say with certainty is that when the archives of the two Bush presidencies are finally opened, they will provide a fascinating glimpse into a unique father and son relationship in American history.

Who ran for president against George H. W. Bush?

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Bush defeated Dukakis in 1986 but lost to Clinton in 1990.

How old was George H. W. Bush when inaugurated as President?

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George H. W. Bush (41st President) was 65 years old when inaugurated on January 20, 1989. (born June 12, 1924)

* George W. Bush (43rd President) was 54 years and 198 days old when inaugurated on January 20, 2001. (born July 6, 1946)