The Bush Sr Years (1989-1992)
George Bush’s presidency, the Panama invasion, the Soviet bloc collapse and the first war in Iraq. Alistair Cooke's fascinating look at American life.
George Bush, the 41st president
The arrival of George H W Bush as the President of the United States of America.
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The inauguration of George Bush, 1989
A review of George H W Bush's cabinet, and his campaign for the presidency.
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Bush's first week and 'African-Americans'
Reverend Jessie Jackson's campaign for the recognition of the term 'African-American'.
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Bush's stance on abortion
A discussion on President Bush's position on the difficult issue of abortion.
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Ethical behaviour
Bush warns aides he expects high ethical standards.
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Revenue enhancements and the Nixon files
What is the difference between a tax and a revenue enhancement?
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1989 Soviet-Chinese summit
The background to, and aftermath of, the 1989 Soviet-Chinese summit in Beijing.
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Satanic Verses outcry
Book stores return book to public display after initial removal.
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John Tower and Colonel North
Do the personal problems of John Tower mean he is unable to advise President Bush?
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The continuing case of John Tower
Do a politician's personal problems affect their ability to govern?
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Food safety and standards
The poisoning of two grapes from Chile, and the role of the EPA and FDA.
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The New York City Board of Estimate
Is the New York City Board of Estimate an unconstitutional organisation?
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A Portrait Of Washington, D.C.
A brief history of Washington and an investigation in to the abnormally high crime rate.
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James Munroe's declaration of independence
President James Munroe's battle to keep America out of the hands of European invaders.
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Atlanta and Augusta
A history of the Augusta National Golf Club from its formation in 1777.
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Happy birthday, Charlie Chaplin
A profile of Sir Charles Spencer "Charlie" Chaplin on the 100th anniversary of his birth.
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The Missouri abortion case
The case of Webster v. Reproductive Health Services, a landmark trial on abortion rights.
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Oliver North's jury
Finding an unbiased jury in the television age.
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Colonel North's orders
Who was giving Colonel Oliver North his orders when he was aiding the Nicaraguan rebels?
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The Soviet-Chinese relationship
Does the 1989 Soviet-Chinese summit in Beijing pose a threat to the West?
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Jim Wright and the Baltic rebellion
The beginnings of the rebellions in the Baltic states of Estonia and Lithuania.
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Claude Pepper
The life of politician Claude Pepper (1900-1989)
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Tiananmen Square protests, 1989
The 1989 protests in Tiananmen Square and the military crackdown on those involved.
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Liberty in China
Is the military action in Tiananmen Square a sign of Chinese attitudes towards liberty?
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