Bush 88 promises mapped to mixed progress as years pass
A review of George H. W. Bush’s 1988 pledges shows limited fulfillment across taxes, economy, space, environment, and crime. Some goals like Noriega’s removal and Canada Mexico trade were achieved, others linger or stalled amid congressional opposition.
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Congress Votes on Capital Gains and Education Bills
Senate rejects a plan to waive the Budget Act and provide capital gains relief, with 37 to 57 against. The House passes an education bill to boost state funding and standards, authorizing 800 million dollars for fiscal 1993, with 279 to 124 voting yes.
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