George H. W. Bush (1924–2018) was the 41st president of the United States, serving from 1989 to 1993 after a term as vice president under Ronald Reagan. A Republican leader with decades of public service, Bush’s presidency saw the end of the Cold War, the reunification of Germany, and the Gulf War victory. He championed the Americans with Disabilities Act and Clean Air Act Amendments. After leaving office, Bush engaged in humanitarian efforts and advocacy. He was the patriarch of a major political family, including President George W. Bush and Governor Jeb Bush[2][3][4][1].

Current Role:
Previous President (41st President of the United States, 1989–1993)

Previous roles:
Vice President of the United States (1981–1989)
U.S. Representative, Texas’s 7th District (1967–1971)
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations (1971–1973)
Chairman, Republican National Committee (1973–1974)
Chief of U.S. Liaison Office to China (1974–1975)
Director of Central Intelligence (1976–1977)

Education:
Yale University, B.A. in Economics, 1948
Phillips Academy (High School), 1942

Background:
Born 1924, Milton, Massachusetts
Served as a naval aviator in World War II, awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross
Married Barbara Pierce in 1945; six children
Died November 30, 2018, Houston, Texas

Career:
Oil executive in Texas (co-founder, Zapata Petroleum/Zapata Offshore)
Successful business leader before entering politics

Political positions:
Republican
Supported free markets, U.S. global leadership, and pragmatic domestic policy
Advocated for bipartisan cooperation, environmental protection, and disability rights

Legislative achievements:
Signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990)
Signed the Clean Air Act Amendments (1990)
Negotiated and signed NAFTA (ratified after presidency)
Immigration Act of 1990

Controversies:
Criticized for breaking his “no new taxes” pledge
Faced economic recession during his term
Gulf War and military interventions drew debate
Lost 1992 reelection bid to Bill Clinton