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  1996 Republican National Convention Speech - George H. W. Bush
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DescriptionThank you. Thank you so much, Governor. Thank you all very, very much. Please be seated. Thank you very much. Please be seated and thank you for that warm welcome -- and Governor, thank you for that wonderful introduction. This recept--on makes me feel not only very welcome and very grateful -- grateful to you, whose support led to my holding the highest office in the land. (Applause.)

If you'll excuse just a little parental pride, I am very proud of the governor of Texas, and I am equally proud of a certain Florida delegate, who waged an honorable campaign and almost was elected governor of the great state of Florida, Jeb Bush. (Applause.)

You know, strong families and sound values are the backbone of America, and they are the heart and soul of the Republican party. And families are also where leadership begins. Leadership based on trust, values and character. You know, as president, I worked hard to uphold the dignity and honor of the presidency. And I tried, as did my superb staff, to treat both the White House and the presidency itself with respect. (Applause.)

It breaks my heart when the White House is demeaned -- the presidency itself diminished. Bob Dole as president will treat the White House with respect, his staff will be beyond even the appearance of impropriety, and in the process he will increase respect for the United States of America all across the world. (Applause.)
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