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March 4, 1992
Draft Six
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
4:30 p.m.
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family.
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President.
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we must renew those sources of our strength.
We must allow common sense to prevail in our welfare system
-- restore the connection between welfare and work. Americans
2
aren't cold hearted -- they're a caring people: They'll support
welfare for families in need. But Americans want to see
government at every level work together to track down the dead-
beat Dads -- the ones who can't be bothered to pay child-support.
They want to see us break the cycle of dependency that
destroys dignity -- passes down poverty from one generation to
the next. That's wrong. That's cruel. And we're going to
change it.
And we will continue to fight for the parents' right to
choose the children's schools and that must include private
and religious based schools. 3/School choice is at the heart of
America 2000, our strategy to literally revolutionize American
education. My wife Barbara recently joined Gov. Fordice, and
your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the town of Winona [WYE-
nona] to kick off Mississippi 2000 -- your own state's commitment
to reform.
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Today, March 6, is World Day of Prayer.
And I think it's quite a commentary on things that World Day of
Prayer is observed a lot more fervently in Mississippi than it is
There 's
in Washington, D.C. And: thanks to government policies; right
now, a kid can get a condom in school but cannot lead the class
in a voluntary prayer. Well, that's wrong -- and we need to
change it // I have long believed -- and continue to believe --
that government has no business denying our children the right to
pray in school,
3
Parents -- not some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C. -- know
what is best for their children. That's why I worked to win a
child-care bill that provides parents the right to choose who
provides the care. We know America is first as long as we put
the family first.
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I will continue to stand for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
111 use the vito when I have to - to stand for provizele
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto again and again to
uphold the sanctity of life to stand up for family values.
Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hesitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake.
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs.
But instead of passing my plan, the big spenders that
control the Congress had other ideas. They pushed through one of
their own. Here's what's in it for you: a tiny temporary tax
cut -- 25 cents -- a quarter-a-day for each man, woman and child
in America. And here's the catch: you can keep that quarter --
in exchange for 100 billion dollars in new taxes.
The
4
Democrats call that "new revenue." I call it: your money.
If you feel the way I do, you'll tell the Congress: Keep
the change -- and keep your hands off the taxpayers' wallets.
Count on it: the liberals are going to tax the Middle Class
for the same reason Willie Sutton robbed banks -- because that's
where the money is.
Well, let me put your minds at ease. In Mississippi, you
don't take storm warnings lightly. Hurricanes and tornadoes are
nothing to trifle with. Well, Congress better not mistake my
veto warning. The storm flags are flying. If the liberals
send me their scheme, I'll send it back faster than a Mississippi
whirlwind. I'll veto it.
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. A couple of months ago, I visited Peavey
Electronics in Meridian. They told me forty percent of their
sales are exports. Across the state, 45,000 jobs now depend on
exports. Mississippi earns some XXX billion dollars from exports
each year. And remember, every billion dollars more in
manufactured exports means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra
billion dollars in agricultural exports means thousands more jobs
5
on Mississippi farms and in Mississippi agribusiness.
In our new world, that's the new economic reality: If we
want to succeed economicallycat home - we've got to lead
economically abroad.
But my opponents aren't about to let fact intrude on
Tantasy. They re. peddling protectionism -- a retreat from
economic reality. Cut through all the patriotic posturing -- all
the tough talk about "fighting back" by shutting out foreign
goods. Look closely. That's not the American flag they're
waving -- it's the white flag of surrender. Well, that's
not
the America you and I know.
America doesn't cut and run -- we compete. Never in this
nation's long history have we turned our backs on a challenge --
and we won't start now.
I put my faith in the American worker: level the playing
field, and the American worker will out-think, out-produce and
out-perform anyone, anywhere, anytime. 11 And you know what
Dizzy Dean said: "It ain't bragging if you can back it up."
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. We need to keep our
forreachidefenses strong. In my State of the Union Message, I proposed
Substanting
but
still
sweeping military cuts to bring our armed forces into line with
responsible new realities of the world. But the liberals, true to form,
want to cut our defences to the bone. A We can't let that happen.
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but not a penny moré.
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have more work ahead before we've finished our
mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
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Document No. 312152ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
DATE:
3/3/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TODAY, 3/3/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
SUBJECT:
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI - 3/6/92
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROGICH
CALIO
ROLLINS
DEMAREST
SMITH
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
BOSKIN
HOLIDAY
KAUFMAN
REMARKS:
MCGROARTY
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than 2:00 p.m., TODAY, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
March 3, 1992
TO:
DAN MCGROARTY
The NSC staff concurs with the draft presidential remarks.
for John Brent Scowcroft
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
CC: Phillip D. Brady
Ext. 2702
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
32 MAR 3 A 9 : 48
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. 111 So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President.
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work.
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools.
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
11 That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax
increase. 11
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
4
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11 Because we know: America is in it to win. 1111
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense. 11
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more. 11
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. 11 I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
#
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President.
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work. 11
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. 11 We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools.
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
11 That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax
increase. 11
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
4
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11 Because we know: America is in it to win.
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense.
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more.
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. 11 I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
Document No. 312152ss
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WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
92 FEB I A10: 30
DATE:
3/3/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TODAY, 3/3/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
SUBJECT:
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI - 3/6/92
ACTION FYI
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REMARKS:
MCGROARTY
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than 2:00 p.m., TODAY, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
PHILLIP D. BRADY
Assistant to the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
02 MAR 3 A 9 : 48
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President. 1111
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work. 11
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. 11 We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools.
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax
increase. 11
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
4
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. I You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11 Because we know: America is in it to win. 1111
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense. 11
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more. 11
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise --- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. 11 I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. 11 Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
02 MAR 4 P5:58
March 4, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
DAVID DEMAREST
FROM:
JOSEPH P. DUGGAN
SUBJECT:
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI RALLY
I.
SUMMARY
on Friday, March 6, at 4:30 p.m. in front of the
Mississippi Statehouse in Jackson, you will address 4,000
state workers, students, and members of the community. This
is a Bush-Quayle campaign rally.
II. DISCUSSION
The address (12 minutes, on teleprompter) is patterned
after your stump speech. It touches on family, welfare and
education reform, your economic plan, and defense.
(Duggan/Simon)
March 4, 1992
Draft 7
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
4:30 p.m.
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. \\ We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. \\\
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President. \\\\
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we must renew those sources of our strength. \\
We must allow common sense to prevail in our welfare system
-- restore the connection between welfare and work. Americans
we 2
we'll
aren't cold hearted -- they re a caring people: They H support
welfare for families in need. But Americans want to see
government at every level work together to track down the dead-
beat Dads -- the ones who can't be bothered to pay child-support.
\\ They want to see us break the cycle of dependency that
destroys dignity -- passes down poverty from one generation to
the next. That's wrong. That's cruel. And we're going to
worky to chy
change it.
11
innovate - work for etc.
And we will continue to fight for the parents' right to
choose their children's schools. School choice is at the heart
of America 2000, our strategy to literally revolutionize American
education. My wife Barbara recently joined Gov. Fordice, and
your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the town of Winona [WYE-
nona] to kick off Mississippi 2000 -- your own state's commitment
to reform. \
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Today, March 6, is World Day of Prayer.
And I think it's quite a commentary on things that World Day of
Prayer is observed a lot more fervently in Mississippi than it is
in Washington, D.C. \ There's something wrong when a kid can get
a condom in school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary
prayer. Well, that's wrong -- and we need to change it.
Parents -- not some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C. -- know
what is best for their children. \\ That's why I worked to win a
child-care bill that provides parents the right to choose who
provides the care. We know America is first as long as we put
3
the family first.
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I will continue to stand for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate
from
you fed bent
I'll use the veto when I have to -- to stand for
principle -- to stand up for family values. Sometimes even
my friends said I was flirting with defeat by casting a veto
instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a veto fight --
and I'll never hesitate to use the veto when principle is at
stake.
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. \\ quil punishs the of Ca who create job st cut the goin cap
But instead of passing my plan, the big spenders that who
tax
will
control the Congress had other ideas. They pushed through one of
their own. Here's what's in it for you: a tiny temporary tax
cut -- 25 cents -- a quarter-a-day for each man, woman and child
in America. And here's the catch: you can keep that quarter --
in exchange for 100 billion dollars in new taxes. \\ The
Democrats call that "new revenue. " I call it: your money.
If you feel the way I do, you'll tell the Congress: Keep
the change -- and keep your hands off the taxpayers' wallets.
11
Count on it: the liberals are going to tax the Middle Class
4
for the same reason Willie Sutton robbed banks -- because that's
where the money is.
Well, let me put your minds at ease. In Mississippi, you
don't take storm warnings lightly. Hurricanes and tornadoes are
nothing to trifle with. Well, Congress better not mistake my
veto warning. The storm flags are flying. \\ If the liberals
send me their scheme, I'll send it back faster than a Mississippi
whirlwind. I'll veto it.
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
and
regas
here in Mississippi. A couple of months ago, I visited Peavey
leaders
the
world
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sales are exports. Across the state, 45,000 jobs now depend on
home havely
exports. And remember, every billion dollars more in
manufactured exports means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra
for forgered
ranchging
billion dollars in agricultural exports means thousands more jobs
ranchers
on Mississippi farms and in Mississippi agribusiness.
But my opponents are peddling protectionism -- a retreat
from economic reality. Cut through all the patriotic posturing -
- all the tough talk about "fighting back" by shutting out
foreign goods. Look closely. That's not the American flag
5
they're waving -- it's the white flag of surrender.
Well,
that's not the America you and I know.
America doesn't cut and run -- we compete. Never in this
nation's long history have we turned our backs on a challenge --
and we won't start now.
I put my faith in the American worker: level the playing
field, and the American worker will out-think, out-produce and
out-perform anyone, anywhere, anytime. \\ And you know what
Dizzy Dean said: "It ain't bragging if you can back it up."
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. We need to keep our
defenses strong. In my State of the Union Message, I proposed
far-reaching, but still responsible cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to put down the scalpel and pick up
a meat axe. We can't let that happen. We will keep America
strong you can count
As President, + have a constitutional responsibility for the
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Draft Two
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
into.Ancrica's
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
A
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
We've sot much more to do to get America
women who share our values. \ And give me four more years to
on the
So I'am askins you for
right
complete the reforms I have launched. III Give me four more
track.
years as your President. 1111
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work. 11
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong --- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools.
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
11 That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family is first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
Over in the Senate
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase.
To make
they 'us 80t a bidding was in mind. To pay for that
that measly cut permanent, they'd have to raise taxes on people
who earn more than $35,000 a year.
11
The last this our economy
needs now is a Democratif tax
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
increase
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Saidto
Remember: I've set a deadline: I've given Congress till
March
20
4
do something now
March 20 to pass a on good plan to get our economy moving, 11 so for American the
this is fair warning: Come March 20, if I don't have a good bill puople.
for jobs on my desk, Congress had better prepare for a long
season of heavy political weather 11
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. We 11 get fair new
laws in place that let businesses create jobs for people who want
to work. And we'll keep to our course of leadership in the world
That's absoluted a must if we are to sucreed economically at hom.
economy. Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is
important here in Mississippi. This great state is home to
farmers and manufacturers who export XXX. billion dollars in goods
each year. And remember, every billion dollars more in
manufactured exports means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra
thousands of more jobs on
billion dollars in agricultural exports means 27,000 new jobs. 11
Let's be frank about our opponents: When it comes to trade,
M.
cript
our opponents
they live in a fantasy world. As I travel around the South, I
see pride in America. 11 I don't see the white flag of economic
surrender. \ You and I believe in American farmers and American
workers. \ We know they can outthink, outproduce, outperform
Because
anyone, anywhere, anytime. 11 And we know this America is in
it to win. 1111
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense.
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more. 11
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. 11 Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
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THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
92 FEB / P3: 46 March 3, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR DAN McGROARTY
FROM:
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SUBJECT:
Presidential Remarks: Bush-Quayle Rally --
Jackson, Mississippi
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Ext. 2702
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
02 MAR 3 A9: 48
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
PROVIDE
WITH
OPPORTUNITIES.
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leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
WILL CONTINUE
leads the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to to
TO PURSUE
remain a force for & world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We 've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
&
years as your President
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
MUST
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
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We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
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but they want to see some connection between welfare and work. 11
DEMAND RESPONSIBILITY
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. 11 We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
AND DESERVE
Parents wantV the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
A
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 311
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
IT IS OUTRAGEOUS THAT
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools. 11
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KNOW WHAT is BEST FOR THEIR CHILDREN.
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PROVIDES
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parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
/ WILL CONTINUE TO
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands / for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
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d
It Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But J. we've never lost a
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veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
STIMULATE ECONOMIC CROWTH
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
STRENETHEN get real estate up and running to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax
increase.
Let's face it: I The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
EUMINATE
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
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it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. It I'll veto it. 11
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Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: To pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people. 1111
We'll fight as we must I -- and we'll win. And I we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
VITAL
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
[" Because we know: America is in it to win. 1111]
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense. 11
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
AND / WONT LET IT HAPPEN.
can't let that happen, \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts but not a penny more He
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet. 11
You and I have much 9 more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. 11 I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. 11 Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
#
Document No. 312152ss
WHITE HOUSE STAFFING MEMORANDUM
92 FEB 1 P2: 03
DATE:
3/3/92
ACTION/CONCURRENCE/COMMENT DUE BY: TODAY, 3/3/92 2:00 pm
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI - 3/6/92
SUBJECT:
ACTION FYI
ACTION FYI
VICE PRESIDENT
HORNER
SKINNER
MCBRIDE
SCOWCROFT
MOORE
DARMAN
PETERSMEYER
BRADY
PORTER
BROMLEY
ROGICH
CALIO
ROLLINS
DEMAREST
SMITH
YEUTTER
FITZWATER
FINDLAY
GRAY
BOSKIN
HOLIDAY
KAUFMAN
MCGROARTY
REMARKS:
Please forward your comments directly to Dan McGroarty, Rm. 122, x2930,
no later than 2:00 p.m., TODAY, TUESDAY, MARCH 3, with a copy to this
office. Thank you.
RESPONSE:
Please Comments, Thanksyne Assistant PHILLIP to
D. BRADY
the President
and Staff Secretary
Ext. 2702
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
12 MAR 3 A 9 : 48
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: We 're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
America
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
Continue to Motest guard and promote
remain a force for world peace and freedom, 11 And we're
in These times. turbule
fighting to strengthen protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
OK
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President.
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work.
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. 11 We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
excellent
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
For
childen
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
1y Administration
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school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
build
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
Healthy
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voluntary prayer to our schools. 11
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Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
11
That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
0 children
and Strong
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
imilies.
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
but we
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
that
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
I want
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
American wery
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good jobs
But the leadership in Congress is going the
meaningful to
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
employment epportunities
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person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
hope of
hopnomic
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
advancement.
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democrati tax
increase. 11
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
4
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
Boskin
means 20,000 new jobs - and each extra billion dollars in
carify
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11
Because we know: America is in it to win. 1111
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense. 11
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more. 11
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. 11 I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. 11 Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
THE WHITE HOUSE
WASHINGTON
92 FEB / P1:41
March 3, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR DAN MCGROARTY
OFFICE OF SPEECHWRITING
ok.
FROM:
GSW GREGORY S. WALDEN
ASSOCIATE COUNSEL TO THE PRESIDENT
SUBJECT:
Comments on Jackson, Mississippi speech
The Counsel's Office has only one comment to make on the draft.
The last sentence in the paragraph on page two relating to school
prayer should be removed and replaced with the following:
I have long believed -- and continue to believe -- that
Government has no business denying our children their
right to pray in school.
Attachment
FOR MISSISSIPPI RALLY
A couple of months ago, I was at Peavey Electronics in
Meridian. They told me forty percent of their sales are exports.
Statewide, 45,000 jobs depend on exports.
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(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. 111
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President.
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work.
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools.
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
11 That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight --- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax-
increase. 11
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
4
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11 Because we know: America is in it to win.
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense. 11
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more. 11
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
#
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
It's refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
away from Washington, D.C.)) I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're
fighting to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President. 1111
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work. 11
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency.
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence.
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools.
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
3
uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax
increase.
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again.
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
4
it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11 Because we know: America is in it to win.
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
5
never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense. 11
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more. 11
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet. 11
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. 11 I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. 11 Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
#
#
#
Michele
Memorandum for Speechwriting Staff
From:
Dan McGroarty
Regarding: B-Q Jackson
Please return your comments to Room
122 by:
\ pm
MAR 3 1992
Today's Date:
(Duggan/Simon)
March 3, 1992
Draft Three
Jackson
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS:
BUSH-QUAYLE RALLY
STATE CAPITOL GROUNDS
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI
watch it vs. It's the city.
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 1992
[time]
refreshing to be here. ((It's always refreshing to get
the insulting way"
away from Washington, D.C.)) D.C.H I share your pride in your new
governor, Kirk Fordice. He's a common-sense leader who shares
our values and our vision for America's future. These values
have changed the world -- and we need them now to change America.
We're in a battle for our future: \ We're determined to
leave our kids the best possible legacy. 11 We want America to
lead the world in good jobs with productive work. 11 We want to
remain a force for world peace and freedom. 11 And we're want
fighting I to protect our most basic institution -- the family. III
That's why this year of decision is so important for
America. \ That's why next Tuesday's primary election -- and
November's general election -- are vital to our future. I'm
asking you to get out the vote and create a resounding mandate
for transforming America. \ Let's nominate and elect men and
women who share our values. \ We've got much more to do to get
America on the right track. III So I'm asking you for four more
years as your President.
This country was built on faith, family and freedom -- and
we need to renew those sources of our strength. 11
We must put common sense back into our welfare system.
People are willing to support benefits for families in need --
2
but they want to see some connection between welfare and work. 11
They want fairness: They want government to track down deadbeat
dads who won't support their kids. 11 We need to strengthen
families -- and break the cycle of dependency. 11
Parents want the freedom and responsibility to choose their
children's schools. That's the centerpiece of my America 2000
education strategy: Let parents choose their kids' schools --
including religious schools. 11 My wife Barbara recently joined
Kirk Fordice, and your lovely First Lady, Pat Fordice, in the
town of Winona [WYE-nona]. \ Barbara was proud to be on hand as
Mississippi made its commitment to transform American education -
- to make our schools lead the world in excellence. 11
By the way, I've never agreed with the notion of expelling
God from the classroom. Right now, a kid can get a condom in
school but cannot lead the class in a voluntary prayer. That's
wrong -- and we need to change it. We can start by restoring
voluntary prayer to our schools. 11
Parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington, D.C.
11 That's why I worked to win a child-care bill that assures
parents the right to choose who provides the care. We know
America is first as long as we put the family first. 11
For three years I've had to fight the liberal leadership of
Congress. And I'm proud of taking stands for principle no matter
how daunting the odds. We've fought, and we've put judges on the
bench who know their role is to interpret the law -- not to
legislate. I'm proud to use the veto -- again and again -- to
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uphold the sanctity of life, to stand up for pro-family values.
advisors
11 Sometimes even my friends said I was flirting with defeat by
casting a veto instead of cutting a deal. But we've never lost a
veto fight -- and I'll never hestitate to use the veto when
principle is at stake. 11
The liberal leadership of the Congress is once again on a
collision course with my veto. You remember I've asked Congress
to pass tax cuts and incentives to get the economy moving -- to
get real estate up and running, to reward risk-takers who create
good jobs. 11 But the leadership in Congress is going the
opposite way. They're crafting a cynical bill that gives some
people temporary tax relief amounting to 25 cents a day per
person -- but forces a steep, permanent tax increase, Over in
the Senate, they've got a bidding war in mind. To pay for that,
they'd have to raise taxes on people who earn more than $35,000 a
year. 11 The last thing the economy needs now is a Democratic tax
increase. 11
Let's face it: The congressional leadership's tax scheme is
sheer, shameless opportunism. 11 My growth plan offers everyone
more opportunity. 11 Their scheme will kill jobs and frighten
investors into tax shelters. My plan will get businesses growing
and hiring again. 11
In Mississippi, you don't take storm warnings lightly.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are nothing to trifle with. Well,
Congress better not mistake my veto warning. 11 The storm flags
are flying. 11 If the liberals send me their scheme, I'll send
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it back faster than a Mississippi whirlwind. 11 I'll veto it. 11
Remember: I've set a deadline: March 20. I've said to
Congress: pass our plan, \ get our economy moving, \ do something
now for the American people.
We'll fight as we must -- and we'll win. And we'll keep to
our course of leadership in the world economy -- that's
absolutely a must if we're to succeed economically at home.
Trade with our neighbors -- trade with the world -- is important
here in Mississippi. This great state is home to farmers and
manufacturers who export XXX billion dollars in goods each year.
And remember, every billion dollars more in manufactured exports
means 20,000 new jobs -- and each extra billion dollars in
agricultural exports means thousands more jobs on Mississippi
farms and in Mississippi agribusiness. 11
When it comes to trade, our opponents live in a fantasy
world. As I travel around the South, I see pride in America. 11
I don't see the white flag of economic surrender. \ You and I
believe in American farmers and American workers. \ We know they
can outthink, outproduce, outperform anyone, anywhere, anytime.
11 Because we know: America is in it to win.
We're strong because we value faith, family, and freedom.
We're the world's greatest power because whenever our values are
threatened, we fight to defend them. This is a community where
one of our proudest traditions still thrives. In Mississippi,
when national security is at issue, party politics still stops at
the water's edge. When it comes to defending America, there's
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never been a partisan rift between John Stennis and Trent Lott,
or between Thad Cochran and Sonny Montgomery. Each one of these
good men shares your patriotic common sense.
I need your help on this issue. In my State of the Union
Message, I proposed sweeping military cuts to bring our armed
forces into line with the new realities of the world. But the
liberals, true to form, want to cut our defenses to the bone. We
can't let that happen. \ You can help assure that we carry out
prudent defense cuts -- but not a penny more.
Let me just close with a few words from the heart. Barbara
and I are blessed -- blessed to serve this great nation of ours
at a moment when so many of the old fears have been driven away
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. And since the day
I took the oath of office I made it my duty always to try to do
what is right for this country. I've given it my level best --
and I'm not done yet.
You and I have much more work ahead before we've finished
our mission. Together, we've made a great beginning to renew the
miracle of American enterprise -- and to strengthen our values of
family, faith and freedom. Now we're approaching an hour of
decision -- next week. Don't wait until November. I'm asking
you to vote on Tuesday -- in the Republican primary. 11 Give me
your primary vote so I can run stronger than ever in November.
Help me win four more years to lead the fight for the values we
share. Thank you, and God bless the United States of America.
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DATE:
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PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: EDMOND, OKLAHOMA RALLY
SUBJECT:
FRIDAY, MARCH 6 - 9:15 a.m.
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VICE PRESIDENT
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March 4, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR THE PRESIDENT
THROUGH:
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SUBJECT:
PROPOSED REMARKS FOR THE EDMOND, OKLAHOMA RALLY
I. SUMMARY
On Friday, March 6 at 9:15 a.m. you will deliver
remarks to a rally audience of about 2500 students, faculty and
Oklahoma GOP leaders at the Thelma Gaylord Forum on the campus of
Oklahoma Christian University in Edmond.
II. DISCUSSION
Your remarks, patterned after the Georgia GOP and
Savannah Rally "stump speeches" (approximately 12 minutes /
teleprompter), focus on the economy, and challenge Congress to
act by March 20th. They also highlight a series of reforms aimed
at enhancing personal responsibility.
Re local color: the speech includes a quote from Oklahoma's
own Will Rogers, page 3. Spring Sing (see page 1 reference) is
an Oklahoma Christian talent show, held on the days before and
after your visit. Enterprise Square (page 4 reference) is a
hands-on, see-the-future exhibit located several hundred feet
from the speech site.
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March 4, 1992
4:00 p.m.
PRESIDENTIAL REMARKS: EDMOND, OKLAHOMA RALLY
MARCH 6, 1992
9:15 A.M.
[Introductory acknowledgements: Sen. Nickles. O.C.
President Terry Johnson.] But most of all -- thanks to every one
of you who got up at all hours this morning to come to Edmond --
from Elk City to Enid and towns all across Oklahoma -- to show
your support. And a special welcome to all the students here
from Oklahoma Christian. [[ Just one question: is it too late
to audition for "Spring Sing?" ]]
I don't want to scare any of the seniors in today's audience
-- but the words you dread most are music to my ears: four more
years. //
We're here today because we agree on the big issues: On the
issues that shape the world -- and on the values close to home:
I'm talking about jobs, about family -- about peace: for
ourselves -- for our kids.
We believe that parents -- not the government -- should make
the decisions that matter in life. // Parents -- not government
-- should choose their children's schools. // Parents -- not
government -- should choose who cares for their children --
because parents know better than some bureaucrat in Washington,
D.C. // And yes, we believe there's a place for voluntary
prayer in our children's classrooms. //
To those who doubt what makes this nation great, we say:
America is first as long as we put the family first. //
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If America holds fast to these truths -- we will never lose
our bearings. And still, right now, there's no denying it: in
too many ways, we're going down the wrong track.
We've got to reform America's health care system. Right
now, the quality of American health care is the best in the world
-- bar none. The problem is access: too many Americans, many
with families, do not have health insurance coverage. And you
know how even a short stay in the hospital can rip a hole. right
through a family's budget.
But socialized medicine isn't the answer. We've got to open
up access: help all Americans -- rich and poor -- get health
insurance they can count on. / If we wanted long lines and
revolving-door health care, we'd put our doctors to work at the
Department of Motor Vehicles. // Nationalized health care would
be a national disaster. The last thing we want is the government
playing doctor. //
We've got to reform our country's legal system. The home of
the free has become the land of the lawsuit. // When you're as
likely to serve your neighbor a subpoena as a cup of coffee --
something's wrong. We won't turn this mess around until we spend
as much time helping one another as we do suing one another. 11
And we've got to reform our welfare system -- make a
connection between welfare and work. Americans aren't cold
hearted -- they're a caring people: They'll support welfare for
families in need. But Americans want to see government at every
level work together to track down the dead-beat Dads -- the ones
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who can't be bothered to pay child-support. // They want to see
us break the cycle of dependency that destroys dignity -- passes
down poverty from one generation to the next. That's wrong.
That's cruel. And we're going to change it. //
But the number one issue today is the economy -- it's jobs.
That's what keeps people up late at night -- worrying about how
they're going to pay the bills, put food on the table, pay that
college tuition and still manage to put away something for their
own retirement.
That's why -- in my State of the Union Address -- I laid out
my plan to spark economic recovery -- to create jobs. And
because I know Congress tends to drag its feet -- I set a
deadline to help them along the way: March 20 -- just 14 days
from now.
I know, Will Rogers once said it was better to have termites
in your house than the legislature in session. But this time,
there's no way around it: Congress has got work to do.
The bad news is, the first week in March is National
Procrastination Week -- true fact. [[That's not one of those
Congressional proclamations. They were going to issue one --
they just never got around to it. //]]
But instead of passing my plan, the big spenders that
control the Congress had other ideas. They pushed through one of
their own. Here's what's in it for you: a tiny temporary tax
cut -- 25 cents -- a quarter-a-day for each man, woman and child
in America. And here's the catch: you can keep that quarter --
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in exchange for 100 billion dollars in new taxes. 11 The
Democrats call that "new revenue." I call it: your money. //
If you feel the way I do, you'll tell the Congress: Keep
the change -- and keep your hands off the taxpayers' wallets. //
Count on it: the liberals are going to tax the Middle Class
for the same reason Willie Sutton robbed banks -- because that's
where the money is. //
Well, let me put your minds at ease. If the liberals' tax-
and-spend plan reaches my desk -- I'll send it right back. They
can count on a veto. //
That's the difference between my plan and theirs: They want
to raise your taxes -- I want to put America back to work. //
But there's one critical part of our economic future I want
to talk to you about today. You can see it right here at
Enterprise Square -- Edmond's intellectual amusement park.
I've heard they even have one exhibit where you can see what
it's like to work in a given occupation: all the way from pilot
to police officer -- even President. I'd like to take one of
those machines with me back to Washington -- program it to show
the liberal crowd what it's like to live in something called The
American Family. Sit the tax-and-spenders down, show them what
it's like to pay the bills and live on a budget -- to scrimp to
make ends meet. 11
Fact is, each day, more and more American jobs are tied to
trade. Even here in land-locked Oklahoma: a state surrounded on
all sides -- by America. In the past four years, Oklahoma's
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exports have jumped by 75 percent. Today, 72,000 Oklahoma jobs
are tied to trade.
In our new world, that's the new economic reality: If we
want to succeed economically at home -- we've got to lead
economically abroad.
But my opponents aren't about to let fact intrude on
fantasy. They're peddling protectionism -- a retreat from
economic reality. Cut through all the patriotic posturing -- all
the tough talk about "fighting back" by shutting out foreign
goods. Look closely. That's not the American flag they're
waving -- it's the white flag of surrender. // Well, that's not
the America you and I know. //
America doesn't cut and run -- we compete. Never in this
nation's long history have we turned our backs on a challenge --
and we won't start now. //
I put my faith in the American worker: level the playing
field, and the American worker will out-think, out-produce and
out-perform anyone, anywhere, anytime. //
I say: let the world know -- whatever the challenge,
America is in it to win.
Think back a year ago -- to the calm after Desert Storm.
Ask any one of the proud sons and daughters of Oklahoma -- ask
the kids right here on this campus who became the liberators of
Kuwait: they'll tell you military strength doesn't mean a thing
without moral support right here at home.
Yes, we all know: There were those who didn't support us
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then -- there are those who second guess us now. But not here -
- not in Oklahoma. When I drew that line in the sand -- you
stood with me. Never would this country tuck tail 11 and let
aggression stand. 11 America did what was right and good and
just -- and America prevailed. 11
We're bringing that same spirit to the fight we face today.
Let my opponents sound the retreat -- run from the new realities,
seek refuge in a world of protectionism, high taxes and big
government. Let the talking heads drone on about what's wrong in
America: We know what's right. From next Tuesday through the
first Tuesday in November, I'm going to take my message all
across the country. So if you want to send a message to
Washington, send this President back for four more years. //
Let me close today with a few words from the heart. //
Barbara and I are blessed -- blessed to serve at a moment in
history when so many of the old fears have been driven away.
When so many new hopes stand within our reach. //
Since the day I took the oath of office, I've made it my
duty to work for what's right for America. I've done my level
best -- and I'm not done yet. / I say to people here in Edmond
and all across Oklahoma: together we've made a great beginning.
Give me four more years to finish the job. //
Thank you all for this warm Oklahoma welcome -- and may God
bless the United States of America.
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