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43rd U.S. President

George W. Bush served as the 43rd President of the United States, born on July 6, 1946. His presidency was marked by significant events such as the September 11 attacks and the Iraq War. Bush's political career and governance philosophy have been widely discussed and debated.

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Famous George W. Bush Quotes

“I suspect that had my dad not been president, he'd be asking the same questions: How'd your meeting go with so-and-so? . How did you feel when you stood up in front of the people for the State of the Union Address-state of the budget address, whatever you call it.”

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“I wish I wasn't the war president. Who in the heck wants to be a war president? I don't.”

Want War Wish President Bushism

Book:Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States, George W. Bush, 2004, Book 2, July 1 to September 30, 2004

Source: Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States, George W. Bush, 2004, Book 2, July 1 to September 30, 2004

“We need an energy bill that encourages consumption.”

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“I'm the commander -- see, I don't need to explain -- I do not need to explain why I say things. That's the interesting thing about being president.”

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“This is my maiden voyage. My first speech since I was the president of the United States and I couldn't think of a better place to give it than Calgary, Canada.”

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“So I analyzed that and decided I didn't want to be the president during a depression greater than the Great Depression, or the beginning of a depression greater than the Great Depression.”

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“You know, I'm the President during this period of time, but I think when the history of this period is written, people will realize a lot of the decisions that were made on Wall Street took place over a decade or so, before I arrived in President, during I arrived in President.”

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“I think it was in the Rose Garden where I issued this brilliant statement: If I had a magic wand -- but the president doesn't have a magic wand. You just can't say, 'low gas.'”

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“I want to tell you how proud I am to be the President of a nation that - in which there's a lot of Philippine-Americans. They love America and they love their heritage. And I reminded the President that I am reminded of the great talent of the - of our Philippine-Americans when I eat dinner at the White House.”

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“And I, unfortunately, have been to too many disasters as president.”

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“The person who runs FEMA is someone who must have the trust of the president because the person who runs FEMA is the first voice oftentimes of someone whose life has been turned upside down here's from.”

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“The fundamental question is, 'Will I be a successful president when it comes to foreign policy?' I will be, but until I'm the president, it's going to be hard for me to verify that I think I'll be more effective.”

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“Mr. Vice President, in all due respect, it is-I'm not sure 80 percent of the people get the death tax. I know this: 100 percent will get it if I'm the president.”

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“I think that the vice president is a person reflecting a half-glass-full mentality.”

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“I'm the President and the Commander-in-Chief. Do it my way.”

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“I came to this office to solve problems, and not pass them on to future Presidents and future generations.”

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“Israel is a solid ally of the United States. We will rise to Israel's defense, if need be. So this kind of menacing talk [by the President of Iran] is disturbing. It's not only disturbing to the United States, it's disturbing for other countries in the world, as well. Asked whether he meant the U.S. would rise to Israel's defense militarily, Bush said: "You bet, we'll defend Israel."”

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“If you're asking me as the President, would I understand reality, I do.”

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“I feel like God wants me to run for president. I can't explain it, but I sense my country is going to need me. Something is going to happen. I know it won't be easy on me or my family, but God wants me to do it.”

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“America has never been united by blood or birth or soil. We are bound by ideals that move us beyond our backgrounds, lift us above our interests and teach us what it means to be citizens.”

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“The American people are proud to welcome your majesty back to the United States, a nation you've come to know very well. After all, you've dined with 10 U.S. presidents. You've helped our nation celebrate its bicentennial in 17 - in 1976.”

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“It appears to be a re-run of a bad movie. [Iraqi President Saddam Hussein] is delaying. He's deceiving. He's asking for time. He's playing hide-and-seek with inspectors. One thing is for certain - he's not disarming.”

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“The liberation of Iraq is a crucial advance in the campaign against terror. We've removed an ally of al Qaeda.”

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“We must take the battle to the enemy, disrupt his plans, and confront the worst threats before they emerge.”

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Book:The George W. Bush Foreign Policy Reader: Presidential Speeches and Commentary

Source: The George W. Bush Foreign Policy Reader: Presidential Speeches and Commentary

“We will fight with full force and might of the United States military.”

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“I'm a war president. I make decisions here in the Oval Office in foreign policy matters with war on my mind.”

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“we're too great a nation to allow the evil-doers to affect our soul and our spirit.”

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“Our enemies are a radical network of terrorists - and every government that supports them.”

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“We have every reason to assume the worst.”

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“I want him [Saddam Hussein]. I want - I want justice. There is an old poster seen out west. As I recall, it said, Wanted Dead or Alive.”

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“And our security will require all Americans to be forward-looking and resolute, to be ready for pre-emptive action.”

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Book:The George W. Bush Foreign Policy Reader: Presidential Speeches and Commentary

Source: The George W. Bush Foreign Policy Reader: Presidential Speeches and Commentary

“Saddam Hussein's regime is a gray and gathering danger.”

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“There will be no going back to the era before September the 11th, 2001 - to false comfort in a dangerous world.”

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“Today the Justice Department did issue a blanket alert. It was in recognition of a general threat we received. This is not the first time the Justice Department have acted like this. I hope it is the last. But given the attitude of the evildoers, it may not be.”

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“The choice is his [Saddam Hussein's]. And if he does not disarm, the United States of America will lead a coalition and disarm him, in the name of peace.”

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“If you've got somebody in harm's way, you want the president being -- making advice, not -- be given advice by the military, and not making decisions based upon the latest Gallup poll or focus group.”

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Book:Public paper of the presidents of the United States

Source: Public paper of the presidents of the United States

“I've got God's shoulder to cry on. And I cry a lot. I do a lot of crying in this job. I'll bet I've shed more tears than you can count, as president.”

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“I got a lot of Ph.D.-types and smart people around me who come into the Oval Office and say, 'Mr. President, here's what's on my mind.' And I listen carefully to their advice. But having gathered the device, I decide, you know, I say, 'This is what we're going to do.'”

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Book:Public paper of the presidents of the United States

Source: Public paper of the presidents of the United States

“I am a person who looks long-term, and I recognize the path we need to take. There will be moments when people are unhappy and disgruntled with some decision-making. Nonetheless, what matters most is to reach the destination. And my job as President is to see clearly where I want to go and be steadfast in my resolve to realize that vision”

“I like my buddies from west Texas. I liked them when I was young; I liked them when I was middle-age; I liked them before I was President; and I like them during President; and I like them after President.”

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“Look, when you're the president, there's all kinds of things said about us. I mean, it's just the nature of the job.”

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About the Author

Born: July 6, 1946
Known for: 43rd U.S. President
Quotes: 1655

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Public paper of the presidents of the United StatesRelated source material

The George W. Bush Foreign Policy Reader: Presidential Speeches and CommentaryRelated source material

Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States, George W. Bush, 2004, Book 2, July 1 to September 30, 2004Related source material

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