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conference. 150 compessional negotiators to
sfuabbled for 15 weeks. Now, 462 dyslath,
it looks like are may get a bill -- thanks
to the persistent effort of the libes of Pete
Wilson. But we should 't to wait 462
days. for a priority bill. And bills that
America weeds shouldn't become christmas
trees for the special interests on which
Congress feeds
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asked for help with one solution me all agree on
after all the hot air had been emitted, Congress
failed to deliver on a billion trees: Instead,
they diverted the funds to pay for special
interest projects it their own districts.
with growing concern about the global environment,
I ashed to make EPA a Cabinet department.
In the Hare, the bill was loaded if with
the pet provisions - unrelated to elevaty EPA
of powerful committee members. In the
Senate, the bill made it out of commttee, Snit
were to a note.
wastes, but again Cangress diverted the funds
On Superfund, I ashed for the funds to clean up toxic
to you for more pork instead of cleaner drinking with
(POSSIBLE SPACE INSERT)
Last year, in a speech commemorating the 20th anniversary of
the Apollo Moon landing, I announced three major space policy
century is out. Second, for the new century, a permanent lunar
base: "Back to the Moon, back to the future -- and this time --
The new budget contains
a healthy 13.8 persent boost
for americas space program. and
objectives: First, to have Space Station Freedom up before the
back to stay." And third, a manned expedition to Mars. III
Together, these initiatives form the cornerstone of my
Administration's far-reaching plan for investing in America's
future. They will help protect the environment, fuel an
educational renaissance, and hone America's competitive edge.
They will revolutionize everything from computers to communi-
cations, from medicine to metals, regaining and retaining
America's high-tech competitive edge. It will create new
technologies, new industries, and new jobs.
Especially in the area of education
[EDUCATION SECTION GOES HERE]
(CRIME INSERT)
Republicans like
also represent one more
reason for change: America is fed up with crime. And
Republicans know handcuffs belong not on the cops and the courts
-- handcuffs belong on the criminals.
Shortly after taking office last year, I stood before the
U.S. Capitol and called on Congress to pass tough new laws to
help America "Take Back The Streets.' And the crime bill that
resulted has just passed marking important new progress in the
war on crime, and especially, white-collar crime.
The new bill contains measures that will allow us to step up
our efforts to prosecute and punish white-collar criminals.
Crooked S & L kingpins, corporations that defy anti-trust laws or
dirty our air, those who think they can cheat the taxpayers out
of debts owed to the government -- all these will feel the pain
of the new arrows we've added to our law enforcement quiver.
But must Still we need to do much more. And that means electing the
Republicans who are ready to come to Congress to finish the job.
America needs the habeas corpus reforms I proposed to stop
convicted criminals from endlessly abusing the appeals process.
America needs the laws I proposed to reform the exclusionary rule
-- a judge-made law that lets the guilty go free. And most
important of all -- America needs our proposal for a real federal
death penalty one that applies to drug kingpins and
terrorists. We need to be tough on crime and criminals. Give me
more Republicans and we'll get the job done.
I look at men like
/ no-nonsense Republicans
who won't tolerate leniency toward those who violate our safety,
our homes and our lives. [NAME OF STATE] needs champions like
them. The growing vision of the Republican party in [NAME OF
STATE] will bring new hope and optimism to both the State and its
(If time)
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Document No. 186845SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE: 10/30/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/30/90 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
CARNEY
HAGIN
ANDERSON
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 5:00 PM TODAY, Tuesday, October 30, with a
copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
90 OCT 30 PM 12: 17
Date: Oct. 29, 1990
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
( (Time) ) , November 1, 1990
( (Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for. our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane. ) )
((And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida. 111
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin.) 1111
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status.
((Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a good
friend.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. SQ once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack.) )
((Then there are three Dade County Republicans here of my
acquaintance: Jeb, Colomba and George, Junior.\ And no, George,
I don't have time to take you bone-fishing again.\ The fish
will wait until the election is over.))\\\
2
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. One candidate
offered the failed solutions and tired logic you would expect
from a creature of Congress. The other, Governor Martinez,
offered the balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned
leader of a city, and now a leader of a great and growing state.
Governor Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions.
He believes the people of Florida know what's best for
themselves. He believes in empowerment -- the power that comes
when millions work for a common vision.
Under Bob Martinez, you have been given the power to fight
for a cleaner environment, for greater strides in education, for
more opportunity and for streets safe from crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and jobs, especially high-tech manufacturing. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, and to Governor Martinez.
I was able to sign into law a bill increasing the size of
the Everglades by more than 100,000 acres. More needs to be
done, but we are determined that the Everglades will be ever-
lasting. The credit goes to the people of Florida, their
Republican Delegation and -- again -- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor
on the substance abuse and drug trafficking for the national task
force of the National Governors' Association. He set a national
precedent by appointing a state drug czar. And he has. been a
3
leader in making sure parolees undergo drug testing and
counseling -- to get straight, and stay straight. The credit
goes to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on crime, stiffening the criminal
code and adding the prison space to enforce it. Once again, the
credit goes to the governor. And when he picked as a running
mate a no-nonsense sheriff to be at his. side, you. can be sure
that Bob Martinez and Allison DeFoor will make Florida an even
safer place to live.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has done to make the streets of America safer
-- safer for muggers, safer for killers, safer for those who prey
in the night.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women to demand Congress pass a crime bill and
pass it soon. We shared high hopes that this Democratic
Congress, liberal though it is, would finally pass a workable
federal death penalty -- to protect the cops on the beat. Would
end the legal loopholes and technicalities that free criminals
4
and handcuff police. And would give our prosecutors the tools
they need to keep criminals off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom. The mutilation
of this bill is a legislative crime that could only take place
behind closed doors, with the blessing of the majority of
Democrats. Only when the doors were shut, safe from public view,
was it cut up and left to die. So when it comes to the Congress,
all I can say is: What a difference Republican leadership would
make.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty for
assassination -- for treason -- for drug kingpins -- for the
murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for mail bombings and
acts of terror that can obliterate a 747 in the blink of an eye.
so let criminals and terrorists give credit where credit is due:
to the liberal Democrats.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, this liberal Democratic Congress rejected drug-
testing for federal parolees. The credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
of course, there is one good thing about this bill: It
strengthens enforcement against white-collar crime. But that's
the only good aspect of an otherwise emasculated bill. No wonder
5
Henry Hyde, a tough-on-crime Republican, said that the bill left
the floor as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference
committee as Woody Allen. Again, the credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who made a principled decision to leave a
party that had already left him and his constituents. No wonder
that Republicans are outregistering Democrats by the millions in
Florida.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the agonizing, protracted and unnecessary
negotiations that led to the budget agreement.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress has given me a budget eight months late,
holding our prosperity ransom. America could have gotten a
budget agreement in May, in June, or in August -- any time during
the last eight months. But the Democrats held out, angling for
every last morsel of advantage -- all in the name of politics and
higher taxes.
They even tried to raise income taxes on working Americans -
- and would have, had it not been for Republicans.
If the 1970s taught us anything, it's that when a Democratic
Congress runs amok, millions of elderly Americans are squeezed
6
into poverty by high costs. This year, the Democratic Congress
once again put elderly Americans at risk -- all in the name of
politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment.
The time for bipartisanship is past. We extended our hand.
We worked for a bipartisan solution to fight crime, and to solve
this horrible budget mess. We tried very hard to do what's right
for America -- only to have a parade of liberal Democrats march
to the microphone in the well of the House and blame their
failures on America.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
us that only a President represents all the people -- can stand
up for the national interest against the special interests. And
I have crossed America in the last few days to tell it like it
is: Congress is served by almost 20,000 staff members; it
controls the perks and passes out the pork. This liberal
Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords.
7
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back.
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
Florida's chief executive a liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
You need governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martinez.
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
#
#
#
S
Document No. 186845SS
WHITE HOUSE ST
NG MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 31 A9: 48
DATE: 10/30/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/30/90 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
CARNEY
HAGIN
ANDERSON
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 5:00 PM TODAY, Tuesday, October 30, with a
copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
OK.S.R
HS
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
90 OCT 30 PM 12: 17
Date: Oct. 29, 1990
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
((Time)), November 1, 1990
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.) )
((And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida. 111
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican súccess story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin. )) III
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status.
((Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a good
friend.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. ))\\\
((Then there are three Dade County Republicans here of my
acquaintance: Jeb, Colomba and George, Junior. And no, George,
I don't have time to take you bone-fishing again. The fish
will wait until the election is over.))
2
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. One candidate
offered the failed solutions and tired logic you would expect
from a creature of Congress. The other, Governor Martinez,
offered the balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned
leader of a city, and now a leader of a great and growing state.
Governor Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions.
He believes the people of Florida know what's best for
themselves. He believes in empowerment -- the power that comes
when millions work for a common vision.
Under Bob Martinez, you have been given the power to fight
for a cleaner environment, for greater strides in education, for
more opportunity and for streets safe from crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and jobs, especially high-tech manufacturing. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, and to Governor Martinez.
I was able to sign into law a bill increasing the size of
the Everglades by more than 100,000 acres. More needs to be
done, but we are determined that the Everglades will be ever-
lasting. The credit goes to the people of Florida, their
Republican Delegation and -- again -- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor
on the substance abuse and drug trafficking for the national task
force of the National Governors' Association. He set a national
precedent by appointing a state drug czar. And he has been a
3
leader in making sure parolees undergo drug testing and
counseling -- to get straight, and stay straight. The credit
goes to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on crime, stiffening the criminal
code and adding the prison space to enforce it. Once again, the
credit goes to the governor. And when he picked as a running
mate a no-nonsense sheriff to be at his side, you can be sure
that Bob Martinez and Allison DeFoor will make Florida an even
safer place to live.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has done to make the streets of America safer
-- safer for muggers, safer for killers, safer for those who prey
in the night.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women to demand Congress pass a crime bill and
pass it soon. We shared high hopes that this Democratic
Congress, liberal though it is, would finally pass a workable
federal death penalty -- to protect the cops on the beat. Would
end the legal loopholes and technicalities that free criminals
4
and handcuff police. And would give our prosecutors the tools
they need to keep criminals off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom. The mutilation
of this bill is a legislative crime that could only take place
behind closed doors, with the blessing of the majority of
Democrats. Only when the doors were shut, safe from public view,
was it cut up and left to die. So when it comes to the Congress,
all I can say is: What a difference Republican leadership would
make.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty for
assassination -- for treason -- for drug kingpins -- for the
murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for mail bombings and
acts of terror that can obliterate a 747 in the blink of an eye.
so let criminals and terrorists give credit where credit is due:
to the liberal Democrats.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, this liberal Democratic Congress rejected drug-
testing for federal parolees. The credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
of course, there is one good thing about this bill: It
strengthens enforcement against white-collar crime. But that's
the only good aspect of an otherwise emasculated bill. No wonder
5
Henry Hyde, a tough-on-crime Republican, said that the bill left
the floor as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference
committee as Woody Allen. Again, the credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who made a principled decision to leave a
party that had already left him and his constituents. No wonder
that Republicans are outregistering Democrats by the millions in
Florida.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the agonizing, protracted and unnecessary
negotiations that led to the budget agreement.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress has given me a budget eight months late,
holding our prosperity ransom. America could have gotten a
budget agreement in May, in June, or in August -- any time during
the last eight months. But the Democrats held out, angling for
every last morsel of advantage -- all in the name of politics and
higher taxes.
They even tried to raise income taxes on working Americans -
- and would have, had it not been for Republicans.
If the 1970s taught us anything, it's that when a Democratic
Congress runs amok, millions of elderly Americans are squeezed
6
into poverty by high costs. This year, the Democratic Congress
once again put elderly Americans at risk -- all in the name of
politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment. 111
The time for bipartisanship is past. We extended our hand.
We worked for a bipartisan solution to fight crime, and to solve
this horrible budget mess. We tried very hard to do what's right
for America -- only to have a parade of liberal Democrats march
to the microphone in the well of the House and blame their
failures on America.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
us that only a President represents all the people -- can stand
up for the national interest against the special interests. And
I have crossed America in the last few days to tell it like it
is: Congress is served by almost 20,000 staff members; it
controls the perks and passes out the pork. This liberal
Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords.
7
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back.
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
Florida's chief executive a liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
You need governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martinez. 111
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
#
#
#
Document 18684555 No.
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 31 P4: 54
10/31/90
DATE:
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY:
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
SUBJECT:
NOVEMBER 1, 1990
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
Rogers
DEMAREST
Winston
FITZWATER
Pinkerton
GRAY
HAGIN
anderson
Carney
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
The attached has been forwarded to the President.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
Date: Oct. 30, 1990
Draft: Three
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
5:20 p.m., November 1, 1990
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.
( (And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. Also, Congressman Bill McCollum
and your next Congressman -- Bill Tolley.
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin.
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status. Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a
good friend.) ))
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. You saw what
it takes to be a great governor. You saw a governor offer the
2
balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned leader of a
city, and now a leader of a great and growing state. You saw
Governor Bob Martinez.
Bob Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions. He
believes the people of Florida know what's best for themselves.
He believes in empowering people and communities --tapping into
the power that comes when millions work for a common vision.
So don't tell me there's no difference between Republicans
and Democrats. In education, Republicans are the ones fighting
for reform -- to empower parents to choose their children's
schools. In child care, Republicans are the ones who demanded
reform -- to empower parents to choose who will watch over their
children.
Little surprise, then, that under a Republican governor,
Florida is fighting for a cleaner environment, for better
schools, for streets safe from drugs and crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and new jobs, especially in high-tech manufacturing. The credit
goes to the people of Florida, and to this man -- Governor Bob
Martinez.
Florida treasures its Everglades, that unique and
irreplaceable resource. Last year, I was able to sign into law a
bill increasing the size of the Everglades National Park by more
than 100,000 acres. More needs to be done, but we are determined
that the Everglades will be ever-lasting. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, their Republican Delegation and -- again
3
-- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor on
substance abuse and drug trafficking for the National Governors'
Association. He set a national precedent by appointing a state
drug czar. And he has been a leader in making sure parolees
undergo drug testing and counseling -- to get straight, and stay
straight. The credit goes to this man -- Governor Martinez.
Florida is tough on crime, toughening laws to ensure that
criminals stay behind bars -- and adding the prison space to
enforce it. Bob picked a no-nonsense sheriff as his running
mate, and that tells you something: Bob Martinez and Allison
DeFoor will make Florida an even safer place to live, and you can
count on it.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has been doing about crime.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women, and other potential victims of violent
crime, to demand Congress pass a crime bill -- and pass it soon.
We shared high hopes that this Democratic Congress, liberal
though it is, would finally pass a workable federal death penalty
4
-- to protect America. Would end the legal loopholes and
technicalities that free criminals and handcuff police. And
would give our prosecutors the tools they need to keep criminals
off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom, late at night.
This wasn't democracy in action; this was a legislative mugging.
So when it comes to the Congress, all I can say is: What a
difference Republican leadership would make. It's time for
more Republicans in Congress.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty,
believe it or not, for assassination -- for treason -- for drug
kingpins -- for the murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for
mail bombings and even acts of terror. The liberal Democrats
gutted the bill. Give me more Republicans so Congress can get
tough on crime.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, believe it or not, this liberal Democratic Congress
said no drug-testing for federal parolees. Give me more
Republicans, and Congress will say "yes" to drug-testing for
criminals.
No wonder one Republican said that the bill left the floor
as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference committee
5
as Woody Allen. Give me more Republicans, and the law will get
tougher, not weaker.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who left a party that had already left
him and his constituents. Bill Grant -- you're a man of
principle -- and Florida is stronger for your leadership.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the time it took to reach agreement on the budget.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress held the budget hostage six months -- waiting
for their idea of a ransom. And that ransom was taxes. America
could have gotten an agreement in May, in June, or in August.
But the Democrats held out, angling for every last morsel of
partisan advantage -- all in the name of politics and higher
taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And we need it now.
And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop themselves
from spending, a law can do it for them. America needs a
Balanced Budget Amendment. And we need it now.
6
We extended our hand. We worked for a bipartisan solution
to fight crime, and to solve this horrible budget mess. We tried
very hard to do what's right for America -- only to have a parade
of liberal Democrats march to the microphone in the well of the
House and blame Republicans for their failures. Well, that's
just one more reason why we need more Republicans.
America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded us
that only a President represents all the people -- only a
President can stand up for the national interest against the
special interests. And I have crossed America in the last few
days to tell it like it is: Congress is served by almost 20,000
staff members; it controls the perks and passes out the pork.
This Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords. So let's give the Congress
back to the people. Let's elect more Republicans.
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can begin to send a message to Washington. And the way
to send that message to Washington is not to send the liberal
Democrats back.
of course, this is the season to sharply debate differences
between the parties. But both parties understand there are
greater issues beyond the water's edge.
Republicans and Democrats agree that what is at stake in the
Persian Gulf is more than economics or oil -- it's the principle
7
at the heart of international order: whether aggression pays or
whether aggression is punished. III
We've got to take a good look at what we're up against.
Back in the 1930's, before the war -- with America mired in
isolationism -- Hitler's tanks rolled uncontested into Poland.
Behind the blitzkrieg came the Death's Head Regiment -- the SS
unit that swept the towns for any signs of resistance. Made
)
examples of the innocent -- lined them up, and cut them down.
The same thing is happening today in Kuwait. Barbarism --
pure and simple. The world has seen it before -- and we can't
look the other way. 1: America will not waver -- Saddam's
aggression will not stand. III
Right now -- half a world away -- brave young American men
and women are teaching us a lesson about what it means to love
liberty. So as November 6th draws near, I urge every
Floridian: get out and vote. Don't take democracy for granted. 11
And when you do vote, I hope you cast your ballot for a
governor who will carefully balance the needs of nature and man,
who will make the most of economic opportunity while protecting
this state's special way of life.
Vote for a leader who can take Florida forward. // Vote
for Governor Bob Martinez.
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
90 OCT 31 P3: 08
October 31, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON U
FROM:
MARK DAVIS MD
SUBJECT:
MARTINEZ FOR GOVERNOR
On Thursday, November 1, at approximately 5:20 p.m., you will
address 1,000 attendees at a fundraiser for Bob Martinez,
Governor of Florida. Your remarks, 12-15 minutes in length, will
be on cards.
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
Date: Oct. 30, 1990
Draft: Three
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
5:20 p.m., November 1, 1990
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.
( (And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida.
( (Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. Also, Congressman Bill McCollum
and your next Congressman -- Bill Tolley.
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin.
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status. Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a
good friend. ))
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. You saw what
it takes to be a great governor. You saw a governor offer the
2
balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned leader of a
city, and now a leader of a great and growing state. You saw
Governor Bob Martinez.
Bob Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions. He
believes the people of Florida know what's best for themselves.
He believes in empowering people and communities --tapping into
the power that comes when millions work for a common vision.
So don't tell me there's no difference between Republicans
and Democrats. In education, Republicans are the ones fighting.
for reform -- to empower parents to choose their children's
schools. In child care, Republicans are the ones who demanded
reform -- to empower parents to choose who will watch over their
children.
Little surprise, then, that under a Republican governor,
Florida is fighting for a cleaner environment, for better
schools, for streets safe from drugs and crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and new jobs, especially in high-tech manufacturing. The credit
goes to the people of Florida, and to this man -- Governor Bob
Martinez.
Florida treasures its Everglades, that unique and
irreplaceable resource. Last year, I was able to sign into law a
bill increasing the size of the Everglades National Park by more
than 100,000 acres. More needs to be done, but we are determined
that the Everglades will be ever-lasting. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, their Republican Delegation and -- again
3
-- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor on
substance abuse and drug trafficking for the National Governors'
Association. He set a national precedent by appointing a state
drug czar. And he has been a leader in making sure parolees
undergo drug testing and counseling -- to get straight, and stay
straight. The credit goes to this man -- Governor Martinez.
Florida is tough on crime, toughening laws to ensure that
criminals stay behind bars -- and adding the prison space to
enforce it. Bob picked a no-nonsense sheriff as his running
mate, and that tells you something: Bob Martinez and Allison
DeFoor will make Florida an even safer place to live, and you can
count on it.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has been doing about crime.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women, and other potential victims of violent
crime, to demand Congress pass a crime bill -- and pass it soon.
We shared high hopes that this Democratic Congress, liberal
though it is, would finally pass a workable federal death penalty
4
-- to protect America. Would end the legal loopholes and
technicalities that free criminals and handcuff police. And
would give our prosecutors the tools they need to keep criminals
off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom, late at night.
This wasn't democracy in action; this was a legislative mugging.
So when it comes to the Congress, all I can say is: What a
difference Republican leadership would make. It's time for
more Republicans in Congress.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty,
believe it or not, for assassination -- for treason -- for drug
kingpins -- for the murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for
mail bombings and even acts of terror. The liberal Democrats
gutted the bill. Give me more Republicans so Congress can get
tough on crime.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, believe it or not, this liberal Democratic Congress
said no drug-testing for federal parolees. Give me more
Republicans, and Congress will say "yes" to drug-testing for
criminals.
No wonder one Republican said that the bill left the floor
as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference committee
5
as Woody Allen. Give me more Republicans, and the law will get
tougher, not weaker.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who left a party that had already left
him and his constituents. Bill Grant -- you're a man of
principle -- and Florida is stronger for your leadership.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the time it took to reach agreement on the budget.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress held the budget hostage six months -- waiting
for their idea of a ransom. And that ransom was taxes. America
could have gotten an agreement in May, in June, or in August.
But the Democrats held out, angling for every last morsel of
partisan advantage -- all in the name of politics and higher
taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And we need it now.
And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop themselves
from spending, a law can do it for them. America needs a
Balanced Budget Amendment. And we need it now.
6
We extended our hand. We worked for a bipartisan solution
to fight crime, and to solve this horrible budget mess. We tried
very hard to do what's right for America -- only to have a parade
of liberal Democrats march to the microphone in the well of the
House and blame Republicans for their failures. Well, that's
just one more reason why we need more Republicans.
America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded us
that only a President represents all the people -- only a
President can stand up for the national interest against the
special interests. And I have crossed America in the last few
days to tell it like it is: Congress is served by almost 20,000
staff members; it controls the perks and passes out the pork.
This Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords. So let's give the Congress
back to the people. Let's elect more Republicans.
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can begin to send a message to Washington. And the way
to send that message to Washington is not to send the liberal
Democrats back.
of course, this is the season to sharply debate differences
between the parties. But both parties understand there are
greater issues beyond the water's edge.
Republicans and Democrats agree that what is at stake in the
Persian Gulf is more than economics or oil -- it's the principle
7
at the heart of international order: whether aggression pays or
whether aggression is punished.
We've got to take a good look at what we're up against.
Back in the 1930's, before the war -- with America mired in
isolationism -- Hitler's tanks rolled uncontested into Poland.
Behind the blitzkrieg came the Death's Head Regiment -- the SS
unit that swept the towns for any signs of resistance. Made
examples of the innocent -- lined them up, and cut them down. 11
The same thing is happening today in Kuwait. Barbarism --
pure and simple. The world has seen it before -- and we can't
look the other way. America will not waver -- Saddam's
aggression will not stand.
Right now -- half a world away -- brave young American men
and women are teaching us a lesson about what it means to love
liberty. So as November 6th draws near, I urge every
Floridian: get out and vote. Don't take democracy for granted.
And when you do vote, I hope you cast your ballot for a
governor who will carefully balance the needs of nature and man,
who will make the most of economic opportunity while protecting
this state's special way of life.
Vote for a leader who can take Florida forward. // Vote
for Governor Bob Martinez. III
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
#
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
90 OCT 31 P3: 08
October 31, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON
FROM:
MARK DAVIS MD
SUBJECT:
MARTINEZ FOR GOVERNOR
On Thursday, November 1, at approximately 5:20 p.m., you will
address 1,000 attendees at a fundraiser for Bob Martinez,
Governor of Florida. Your remarks, 12-15 minutes in length, will
be on cards.
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
Date: Oct. 30, 1990
Draft: Three
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS:
GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
5:20 p.m., November 1, 1990
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.\\\
((And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. Also, Congressman Bill McCollum
and your next Congressman -- Bill Tolley.
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin.
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status. Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a
good friend.) )
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. You saw what
it takes to be a great governor. You saw a governor offer the
2
balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned leader of a
city, and now a leader of a great and growing state. You saw
Governor Bob Martinez.
Bob Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions. He
believes the people of Florida know what's best for themselves.
He believes in empowering people and communities --tapping into
the power that comes when millions work for a common vision.
So don't tell me there's no difference between Republicans
and Democrats. In education, Republicans are the ones fighting
for reform -- to empower parents to choose their children's
schools. In child care, Republicans are the ones who demanded
reform -- to empower parents to choose who will watch over their
children.
Little surprise, then, that under a Republican governor,
Florida is fighting for a cleaner environment, for better
schools, for streets safe from drugs and crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and new jobs, especially in high-tech manufacturing. The credit
goes to the people of Florida, and to this man -- Governor Bob
Martinez.
Florida treasures its Everglades, that unique and
irreplaceable resource. Last year, I was able to sign into law a
bill increasing the size of the Everglades National Park by more
than 100,000 acres. More needs to be done, but we are determined
that the Everglades will be ever-lasting. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, their Republican Delegation and -- again
3
-- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor on
substance abuse and drug trafficking for the National Governors'
Association. He set a national precedent by appointing a state
drug czar. And he has been a leader in making sure parolees
undergo drug testing and counseling -- to get straight, and stay
straight. The credit goes to this man -- Governor Martinez.
Florida is tough on crime, toughening laws to ensure that
criminals stay behind bars -- and adding the prison space to
enforce it. Bob picked a no-nonsense sheriff as his running
mate, and that tells you something: Bob Martinez and Allison
DeFoor will make Florida an even safer place to live, and you can
count on it.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has been doing about crime.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women, and other potential victims of violent
crime, to demand Congress pass a crime bill -- and pass it soon.
We shared high hopes that this Democratic Congress, liberal
though it is, would finally pass a workable federal death penalty
4
-- to protect America. Would end the legal loopholes and
technicalities that free criminals and handcuff police. And
would give our prosecutors the tools they need to keep criminals
off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom, late at night.
This wasn't democracy in action; this was a legislative mugging.
So when it comes to the Congress, all I can say is: What a
difference Republican leadership would make. It's time for
more Republicans in Congress.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty,
believe it or not, for assassination -- for treason -- for drug
kingpins -- for the murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for
mail bombings and even acts of terror. The liberal Democrats
gutted the bill. Give me more Republicans so Congress can get
tough on crime.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, believe it or not, this liberal Democratic Congress
said no drug-testing for federal parolees. Give me more
Republicans, and Congress will say "yes" to drug-testing for
criminals.
No wonder one Republican said that the bill left the floor
as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference committee
5
as Woody Allen. Give me more Republicans, and the law will get
tougher, not weaker.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who left a party that had already left
him and his constituents. Bill Grant -- you're a man of
principle -- and Florida is stronger for your leadership.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the time it took to reach agreement on the budget.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress held the budget hostage six months -- waiting
for their idea of a ransom. And that ransom was taxes. America
could have gotten an agreement in May, in June, or in August.
But the Democrats held out, angling for every last morsel of
partisan advantage -- all in the name of politics and higher
taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And we need it now.
And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop themselves
from spending, a law can do it for them. America needs a
Balanced Budget Amendment. And we need it now.
6
We extended our hand. We worked for a bipartisan solution
to fight crime, and to solve this horrible budget mess. We tried
very hard to do what's right for America -- only to have a parade
of liberal Democrats march to the microphone in the well of the
House and blame Republicans for their failures. Well, that's
just one more reason why we need more Republicans.
America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded us
that only a President represents all the people -- only a
President can stand up for the national interest against the
special interests. And I have crossed America in the last few
days to tell it like it is: Congress is served by almost 20,000
staff members; it controls the perks and passes out the pork.
This Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords. So let's give the Congress
back to the people. Let's elect more Republicans.
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can begin to send a message to Washington. And the way
to send that message to Washington is not to send the liberal
Democrats back.
of course, this is the season to sharply debate differences
between the parties. But both parties understand there are
greater issues beyond the water's edge.
Republicans and Democrats agree that what is at stake in the
Persian Gulf is more than economics or oil -- it's the principle
7
at the heart of international order: whether aggression pays or
whether aggression is punished.
We've got to take a good look at what we're up against.
Back in the 1930's, before the war -- with America mired in
isolationism -- Hitler's tanks rolled uncontested into Poland.
Behind the blitzkrieg came the Death's Head Regiment -- the SS
unit that swept the towns for any signs of resistance. Made
examples of the innocent -- lined them up, and cut them down.
The same thing is happening today in Kuwait. Barbarism --
pure and simple. The world has seen it before -- and we can't
look the other way. America will not waver -- Saddam's
aggression will not stand. III
Right now -- half a world away -- brave young American men
and women are teaching us a lesson about what it means to love
liberty. So as November 6th draws near, I urge every
Floridian: get out and vote. Don't take democracy for granted.
And when you do vote, I hope you cast your ballot for a
governor who will carefully balance the needs of nature and man,
who will make the most of economic opportunity while protecting
this state's special way of life.
Vote for a leader who can take Florida forward. // Vote
for Governor Bob Martinez. 111
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
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into poverty by high costs. This year, the Democratic Congress
once again put elderly Americans at risk -- all in the name of
politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item vato at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment.
The tame For bilpaz Gship is past. We extended our hand.
Bipantisan solutions
We worked for a bipartisan solutionsto fight crime, and to solve
this horrible budget mess. We tried very hard to do what's right
for America -- only to have a parade of liberal Democrats march
critcize us for acting
to the microphone in the well of the House and blame their
failures on America. in the national include interest.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
us that only a President represents all the people -- can stand
up for the national interest against the special interests. And
I have crossed America in the last few days to tell it like it
is: Congress is served by almost 20,000 staff members; it
controls the perks and passes out the pork. This liberal
Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords.
SENT BY:The TICKET CENTER
10-31-90 ; 5:42PM ; LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS-
2024566218:# 3
our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back. III
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
Florida's chief executive 4 liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
You need governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martines. III
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
October 30, 1990
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
CHRISS WINSTON cw
FROM:
MARK DAVIS MD
SUBJECT:
MARTINEZ FOR GOVERNOR
On Thursday, November 1, at approximately 5:20 p.m., you will
address 1,000 attendees at a fundraiser for Bob Martinez,
be on cards.
Governor of Florida. Your remarks, 12-15 minutes in length, will
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
Date: Oct. 30, 1990
Draft: Two
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
5:20 p.m., November 1, 1990
( (Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane. III
( (And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. Also, Congressman Bill McCollum
and your next Congressman -- Bill Tolley.
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin.
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status. Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a
good friend. ))
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. One candidate
offered the failed solutions and tired logic you would expect
2
from a creature of Congress. The other, Governor Martinez,
offered the balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned
leader of a city, and now a leader of a great and growing state.
Governor Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions.
He believes the people of Florida know what's best for
themselves. He believes in empowerment -- the power that comes
when millions work for a common vision.
Under Bob Martinez, you have been given the power to fight
for a cleaner environment, for greater strides in education, for
economic opportunity and for streets safe from drugs and crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and new jobs, especially in high-tech manufacturing. The credit
goes to the people of Florida, and to Governor Martinez.
Florida treasures its Everglades, that unique and
irreplaceable resource. Last year, I was able to sign into law a
bill increasing the size of the Everglades National Park by more
than 100,000 acres. More needs to be done, but we are determined
that the Everglades will be ever-lasting.\ The credit goes to
the people of Florida, their Republican Delegation and -- again
-- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor
on the substance abuse and drug trafficking for the national task
force of the National Governors' Association. He set a national
precedent by appointing a state drug czar. And he has been a
leader in making sure parolees undergo drug testing and
3
counseling -- to get straight, and stay straight. The credit
goes to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on crime, stiffening the criminal
code and adding the prison space to enforce it. Once again, the
credit goes to the governor. And by picking as his running mate
a no-nonsense sheriff, you can be sure that Bob Martinez and
Allison DeFoor will make Florida an even safer place to live.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has done to make the streets of America safer
-- safer for muggers, safer for killers, safer for those who prey
on the weak and unsuspecting.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women, and other potential victims of violent
crime, to demand Congress pass a crime bill -- and pass it soon.
We shared high hopes that this Democratic Congress, liberal
though it is, would finally pass a workable federal death penalty
-- to protect America. Would end the legal loopholes and
technicalities that free criminals and handcuff police. And
would give our prosecutors the tools they need to keep criminals
off the street and behind bars.
4
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom. The mutilation
of this bill is a legislative crime that could only take place
behind closed doors. Only when the doors were shut, safe from
public view, was it cut up and left to die. So when it comes to
the Congress, all I can say is: What a difference Republican
leadership would make.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty for
assassination -- for treason -- for drug kingpins -- for the
murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for mail bombings and
acts of terror. So let criminals and terrorists give credit
where credit is due: to the liberal Democrats.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, this liberal Democratic Congress rejected drug-
testing for federal parolees. Blame the liberal Democrats.
No wonder one Republican said that the bill left the floor
as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference committee
as Woody Allen. Again, blame the liberal Democrats.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who made a principled decision to leave a
party that had already left him and his constituents.
5
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the agonizing, protracted and unnecessary
negotiations that led to the budget agreement.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress has given me a budget six months late,
holding our prosperity ransom. America could have gotten a
budget agreement in May, in June, or in August. But the
Democrats held out, angling for every last morsel of advantage -
- all in the name of politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment.
We extended our hand. We worked for a bipartisan solution
to fight crime, and to solve this horrible budget mess. We tried
very hard to do what's right for America -- only to have a parade
of liberal Democrats march to the microphone in the well of the
House and blame their failures on me.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
us that only a President represents all the people -- only a
President can stand up for the national interest against the
6
special interests. And I have crossed America in the last few
days to tell it like it is: Congress is served by almost 20,000
staff members; it controls the perks and passes out the pork.
This liberal Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and
turf-conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest
to the people has become a House of Lords.
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back.
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
Florida's chief executive a liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
You need governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martinez.
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
8611
Document No. 186845SS
WHITE HOUSE
ING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 31 A10: 38
DATE: 10/30/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/30/90 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
CARNEY
HAGIN
ANDERSON
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 5:00 PM TODAY, Tuesday, October 30, with a
copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
October 31, 1990
TO CHRISS WINSTON
The NSC staff concurs with the attached statement with changes as noted.
BRENT SCOWCROFT
James W. Cicconi
CC: James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
RECEIVED
90 OCT 30 P I : 47
80 0CL 31 v10:38
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
90 OCT 30 PM 12: 17
Date: Oct. 29, 1990
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
( (Time) ) November 1, 1990
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.))\\\
((And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida. 111
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin. )) 111
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status.
((Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a good
friend.
( (Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. )) III
((Then there are three Dade County Republicans here of my
acquaintance: Jeb, Colomba and George, Junior.
And no, George,
I don't have time to take you bone fishing again The fish
will wait until the election is over ))
2
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
the
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. One candidate
offered the failed solutions and tired logic you would expect
from a creature of Congress. The other, Governor Martinez,
offered the balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned
leader of a city, and now a leader of a great and growing state.
Governor Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions.
He believes the people of Florida know what's best for
themselves. He believes in empowerment -- the power that comes
when millions work for a common vision.
Under Bob Martinez, you have been given the power to fight
for a cleaner environment, for greater strides in education, for
more opportunity and for streets safe from crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and jobs, especially high-tech manufacturing. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, and to Governor Martinez.
I was able to sign into law a bill increasing the size of
the Everglades by more than 100,000 acres. More needs to be
done, but we are determined that the Everglades will be ever-
lasting. III The credit goes to the people of Florida, their
Republican Delegation and -- again -- to Governor Martinez. 111
Florida is getting tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor
on the substance abuse and drug trafficking for the national task
force of the National Governors' Association. He set a national
precedent by appointing a state drug czar. And he has been a
3
leader in making sure parolees undergo drug testing and
counseling -- to get straight, and stay straight. The credit
goes to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on crime, stiffening the criminal
code and adding the prison space to enforce it. Once again, the
credit goes to the governor. And when he picked as a running
mate a no-nonsense sheriff to be at his side, you can be sure
that Bob Martinez and Allison DeFoor will make Florida an even
safer place to live.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has done to make the streets of America safer
-- safer for muggers, safer for killers, safer for those who prey
in the night.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women to demand Congress pass a crime bill and
pass it soon. We shared high hopes that this Democratic
Congress, liberal though it is, would finally pass a workable
federal death penalty -- to protect the cops on the beat. Would
end the legal loopholes and technicalities that free criminals
4
and handcuff police. And would give our prosecutors the tools
they need to keep criminals off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom. The mutilation
of this bill is a legislative crime that could only take place
behind closed doors, with the blessing of the majority of
Democrats. Only when the doors were shut, safe from public view,
was it cut up and left to die. So when it comes to the Congress,
all I can say is: What a difference Republican leadership would
make.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty for
assassination -- for treason -- for drug kingpins -- for the
murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for mail bombings and
acts of terror that can obliterate a 747 in the blink of an eye.
So let criminals and terrorists give credit where credit is due:
to the liberal Democrats.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, this liberal Democratic Congress rejected drug-
testing for federal parolees. The credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
of course, there is one good thing about this bill: It
strengthens enforcement against white-collar crime. But that's
the only good aspect of an otherwise emasculated bill. No wonder
5
Henry Hyde, a tough-on-crime Republican, said that the bill left
the floor as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference
committee as Woody Allen. Again, the credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who made a principled decision to leave a
party that had already left him and his constituents. No wonder
that Republicans are outregistering Democrats by the millions in
Florida.
as I have
[Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go
And
;
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the agonizing, protracted and unnecessary
negotiations that led to the budget agreement.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress has given me a budget eight months late,
holding our prosperity ransom. America could have gotten a
budget agreement in May, in June, or in August -- any time during
the last eight months. But the Democrats held out, angling for
every last morsel of advantage -- all in the name of politics and
higher taxes.
They even tried to raise income taxes on working Americans -
- and would have, had it not been for Republicans.
If the 1970s taught us anything, it's that when a Democratic
Congress runs amok, millions of elderly Americans are squeezed
6
into poverty by high costs. This year, the Democratic Congress
once again put elderly Americans at risk -- all in the name of
politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment. III
The time for bipartisanship is past. We extended our hand.
We worked for a bipartisan solution to fight crime, and to solve
this horrible budget mess. We tried very hard to do what's right
for America -- only to have a parade of liberal Democrats march
to the microphone in the well of the House and blame their
failures on America.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
us that only a President represents all the people -- can stand
up for the national interest against the special interests. And
I have crossed America in the last few days to tell it like it
is: Congress is served by almost 20,000 staff members; it
controls the perks and passes out the pork. This liberal
Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords.
7
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back.
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
Florida's chief executive a liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
You need governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martinez. 111
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
#
#
#
Document No. 186845SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 30 P4: 08
DATE: 10/30/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/30/90 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
CARNEY
HAGIN
ANDERSON
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 5:00 PM TODAY, Tuesday, October 30, with a
copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
Ext. 2702
Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
90 OCT 30 PM 12: 17
Date: Oct. 29, 1990
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
( (Time)), November 1, 1990
add to Bill Dep McCollum Tolley l'thdistrict candy.
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.) ) III
((And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida. III
as of 4pm
Jebt famili
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've will
not
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's attend
event
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin. )) III
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status.
((Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a good
friend.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack. ))
((Then there are three Dade County Republicans here of my
acquaintance: Jeb, Colomba and George, Junior. 11 And no, George,
NS
I don't have time to take you bone-fishing again. The fish
will wait until the election is over. ))
2
We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. One candidate
offered the failed solutions and tired logic you would expect
from a creature of Congress. The other, Governor Martinez,
offered the balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned
leader of a city, and now a leader of a great and growing state.
Governor Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions.
He believes the people of Florida know what's best for
themselves. He believes in empowerment -- the power that comes
when millions work for a common vision.
Under Bob Martinez, you have been given the power to fight
for a cleaner environment, for greater strides in education, for
more opportunity and for streets safe from crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and jobs, especially high-tech manufacturing. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, and to Governor Martinez.
I was able to sign into law a bill increasing the size of
the Everglades by more than 100,000 acres. More needs to be
done, but we are determined that the Everglades will be ever-
lasting. 111 The credit goes to the people of Florida, their
Republican Delegation and -- again -- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor
on the substance abuse and drug trafficking for the national task
force of the National Governors' Association. He set a national
precedent by appointing a state drug czar. And he has been a
3
leader in making sure parolees undergo drug testing and
counseling -- to get straight, and stay straight. The credit
goes to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on crime, stiffening the criminal
code and adding the prison space to enforce it. Once again, the
credit goes to the governor. And when he picked as a running
mate a no-nonsense sheriff to be at his side, you can be sure
that Bob Martinez and Allison DeFoor will make Florida an even
safer place to live.
Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office.
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has done to make the streets of America safer
-- safer for muggers, safer for killers, safer for those who prey
in the night.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women to demand Congress pass a crime bill and
pass it soon. We shared high hopes that this Democratic
Congress, liberal though it is, would finally pass a workable
federal death penalty -- to protect the cops on the beat. Would
end the legal loopholes and technicalities that free criminals
4
and handcuff police. And would give our prosecutors the tools
they need to keep criminals off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom. The mutilation
of this bill is a legislative crime that could only take place
behind closed doors, with the blessing of the majority of
Democrats. Only when the doors were shut, safe from public view,
was it cut up and left to die. So when it comes to the Congress,
all I can say is: What a difference Republican leadership would
make.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty for
assassination -- for treason -- for drug kingpins -- for the
murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for mail bombings and
acts of terror that can obliterate a 747 in the blink of an eye.
So let criminals and terrorists give credit where credit is due:
to the liberal Democrats.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, this liberal Democratic Congress rejected drug-
testing for federal parolees. The credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
of course, there is one good thing about this bill: It
strengthens enforcement against white-collar crime. But that's
the only good aspect of an otherwise emasculated bill. No wonder
5
Henry Hyde, a tough-on-crime Republican, said that the bill left
the floor as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference
committee as Woody Allen. Again, the credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who made a principled decision to leave a
party that had already left him and his constituents. No wonder
that Republicans are outregistering Democrats by the millions in
Florida.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the agonizing, protracted and unnecessary
negotiations that led to the budget agreement.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress has given me a budget eight months late,
holding our prosperity ransom. America could have gotten a
budget agreement in May, in June, or in August -- any time during
the last eight months. But the Democrats held out, angling for
every last morsel of advantage -- all in the name of politics and
higher taxes.
tax werding - and
They even tried to raise income taxes on working Americans -
would have, had it not been for Republicans.
7
knuron-
on
If the 1970s taught us anything, it's that when a Democratic
Congress runs amok, millions of elderly Americans are squeezed
6
into poverty by high costs. This year, the Democratic Congress
once again put elderly Americans at risk -- all in the name of
politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment.
The time for bipartisanship is past. We extended our hand.
We worked for a bipartisan solution to fight crime, and to solve
this horrible budget mess. We tried very hard to do what's right
for America -- only to have a parade of liberal Democrats march
to the microphone in the well of the House and blame their
failures on America.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
?
us that only a President represents all the people -- can stand
up for the national interest against the special interests. And
I have crossed America in the last few days to tell it like it
is: Congress is served by almost 20,000 staff members; it
controls the perks and passes out the pork. This liberal
Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords.
30000?
7
Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back. III
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
stress as mire much
Florida's chief executive a liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
as as possible
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
You need governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martinez. III
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
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Document No. 186845SS
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
90 OCT 30 P4: 23
DATE: 10/30/90
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: 10/30/90 5:00 PM
SUBJECT: PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
MCCLURE
SUNUNU
NEWMAN
SCOWCROFT
PORTER
DARMAN
ROGICH
CARD
UNTERMEYER
CICCONI
ROGERS
DEMAREST
WINSTON
FITZWATER
PINKERTON
GRAY
CARNEY
HAGIN
ANDERSON
HOLIDAY
REMARKS:
Please forward any comments directly to Chriss Winston, Rm. 122,
x2930, no later than 5:00 PM TODAY, Tuesday, October 30, with a
copy to my office. Thank you.
RESPONSE: See comments
James W. Cicconi
Assistant to the President
and Deputy to the Chief of Staff
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Davis/Blymire
Title: Orlando
90 OCT 30 PM 12: 17
Date: Oct. 29, 1990
Draft: One
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: GOVERNOR MARTINEZ, ORLANDO
( (Time) ) November 1, 1990
((Acknowledgements -- It's a delight, once again, to be back
in this great city of Orlando, and to be here for our old friends
-- Governor Martinez and his lovely First Lady, Mary Jane.))\\\
((And I see Allison DeFoor -- a man of the law, a man of the
people -- and the next lieutenant-governor of Florida. 111
((Then there's our Republican co-chairman: Jeannie, you've
shown us how today's Republican success story can be America's
story tomorrow. And when that day arrives, we will owe a lot to
you. Thank you, Jeannie Austin. ))\\\
((Van Poole -- Mister Chairman, congratulations on your
extraordinary effort in leading a Republican Party to majority
status.
((Great to see Alec Courtelis, a true gentleman and a good
friend.
((Senator Mack -- Connie, although you're not running this
year, you've been campaigning hard. So once again, you're giving
Florida Democrats a Mack Attack.) )
((Then there are three Dade County Republicans here of my
acquaintance: Jeb, Colomba and George, Junior. And no, George,
I don't have time to take you bone-fishing again. The fish
will wait until the election is over.) )
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We're hitting the campaign trail, and hitting it hard,
because this election here in Florida is close, and it's crucial.
A few nights ago, you saw what was at stake. One candidate
offered the failed solutions and tired logic you would expect
from a creature of Congress. The other, Governor Martinez,
offered the balanced approach you would expect from a seasoned
leader of a city, and now a leader of a great and growing state.
Governor Martinez puts little stock in Washington solutions.
He believes the people of Florida know what's best for
themselves. He believes in empowerment -- the power that comes
when millions work for a common vision.
Under Bob Martinez, you have been given the power to fight
for a cleaner environment, for greater strides in education, for
more opportunity and for streets safe from crime.
Florida ranks number one in the creation of new businesses
and jobs, especially high-tech manufacturing. The credit goes to
the people of Florida, and to Governor Martinez.
I was able to sign into law a bill increasing the size of
the Everglades more than 100,000 acres. More needs to be
by Park
done, but we are determined that the Everglades will be ever-
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lasting. The credit goes to the people of Florida, their
Republican Delegation and -- again -- to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on drugs. Bob is the lead governor
on the substance abuse and drug trafficking for the national task
force of the National Governors' Association. He set a national
precedent by appointing a state drug czar. And he has been a
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leader in making sure parolees undergo drug testing and
counseling -- to get straight, and stay straight. The credit
goes to Governor Martinez.
Florida is getting tough on crime, stiffening the criminal
code and adding the prison space to enforce it. Once again, the
credit goes to the governor. And when he picked as a running
mate a no-nonsense sheriff to be at his side, you can be sure
that Bob Martinez and Allison DeFoor will make Florida an even
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Whether he's standing up for the environment, or standing up
to criminals, Bob Martinez has compiled a remarkable record of
achievement that would make any governor proud. He's never been
one to walk away from a job. For Governor Bob Martinez, even the
toughest challenge is just another day at the office. III
I have told you what Republicans here have done to fight
crime in Florida. Now let me tell you what the liberal
Democratic Congress has done to make the streets of America safer
-- safer for muggers, safer for killers, safer for those who prey
in the night.
Almost a year and a half ago, I stood before the Capitol
with policemen and women to demand Congress pass a crime bill and
pass it soon. We shared high hopes that this Democratic
Congress, liberal though it is, would finally pass a workable
federal death penalty -- to protect the cops on the beat. Would
end the legal loopholes and technicalities that free criminals
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and handcuff police. And would give our prosecutors the tools
they need to keep criminals off the street and behind bars.
Well, they did pass a tough crime bill, only to weaken and
water it down later, out of sight, in a backroom. The mutilation
of this bill is a legislative crime that could only take place
behind closed doors, with the blessing of the majority of
Democrats. Only when the doors were shut, safe from public view,
was it cut up and left to die. So when it comes to the Congress,
all I can say is: What a difference Republican leadership would
make.
Here in Florida, Bob Martinez has enforced a death penalty
that protects police and public alike. But in Washington, the
liberal Democratic Congress stopped the federal death penalty for
assassination -- for treason -- for drug kingpins -- for the
murder of judges, witnesses and jurors -- for mail bombings and
acts of terror that can obliterate a 747 in the blink of an eye.
So let criminals and terrorists give credit where credit is due:
to the liberal Democrats.
Here in Florida, I told you that Bob Martinez signed into
law tough drug-testing provisions for state parolees. But in
Washington, this liberal Democratic Congress rejected drug-
testing for federal parolees. The credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
of course, there is one good thing about this bill: It
strengthens enforcement against white-collar crime. But that's
the only good aspect of an otherwise emasculated bill. No wonder
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Henry Hyde, a tough-on-crime Republican, said that the bill left
the floor as Arnold Schwarzenegger and came out of the conference
committee as Woody Allen. Again, the credit goes to the liberal
Democrats.
It is because of shenanigans like the gutting of the crime
bill that more and more Florida Democrats are following
Congressman Bill Grant, who made a principled decision to leave a
party that had already left him and his constituents. No wonder
that Republicans are outregistering Democrats by the millions in
Florida.
Like me, Bill Grant had seen Congresses come and go. And
never have we seen a liberal Congress more afraid, more
gridlocked, more paralyzed, more tied up in knots than today's.
Just look at the agonizing, protracted and unnecessary
negotiations that led to the budget agreement.
You know, by law, the budget was due last April. The
Democratic Congress has given me a budget eight months late,
holding our prosperity ransom. America could have gotten a
budget agreement in May, in June, or in August -- any time during
the last eight months. But the Democrats held out, angling for
every last morsel of advantage -- all in the name of politics and
higher taxes.
They even tried to raise income taxes on working Americans -
- and would have, had it not been for Republicans.
If the 1970s taught us anything, it's that when a Democratic
Congress runs amok, millions of elderly Americans are squeezed
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into poverty by high costs. This year, the Democratic Congress
once again put elderly Americans at risk -- all in the name of
politics and higher taxes.
Here in Florida, Governor Martinez has used the power of a
line-item veto at least 426 times to strike wasteful spending.
We need the same power in Washington. We need the line-item veto
-- to protect the national interest against the special-
interests. And one more thing -- if the Democrats can't stop
themselves from spending, maybe a law can do it for them.
America needs a Balanced Budget Amendment.
The time for bipartisanship is past. We extended our hand.
We worked for a bipartisan solution to fight crime, and to solve
this horrible budget mess. We tried very hard to do what's right
for America -- only to have a parade of liberal Democrats march
to the microphone in the well of the House and blame their
failures on America.
Well, America deserves a Better Deal. Harry Truman reminded
us that only a President represents all the people -- can stand
up for the national interest against the special interests. And
I have crossed America in the last few days to tell it like it
is: Congress is served by almost 20,000 staff members; it
controls the perks and passes out the pork. This liberal
Democratic Congress is a confusion of committees and turf-
conscious chaos. And the House intended to become closest to the
people has become a House of Lords.
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Our mission will be long and hard-fought. But starting next
week, we can at least begin to send a message to Washington. And
the way to send that message to Washington is not to send the
liberal Democrats back.
And you can send that same message to Tallahassee, by not
rewarding the party that controls Congress, by not electing as
Florida's chief executive a liberal Democrat who sat in Congress
for eighteen years. That's the wrong mindset, the wrong
experience, the wrong resume for Florida.
No. You need a governor who will carefully balance the
needs of nature and man, who will make the most of economic
opportunity while protecting your special way of life.
a
You need/governor who was once a teacher, someone who
learned to live within his means and is teaching the state
government to do the same. That's why five days from now,
Florida will re-elect Governor Bob Martinez. III
Thank you for all you have done for our country and for our
party. God bless you and please, on Election Day, vote to give
America a Better Deal.
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