George H. W. Bush vs Malik Ghulam Muhammad

Bush defeated Michael Dukakis in the presidential election, becoming the 41st president. He campaigned on a continuation of Reagan's policies, promising a 'kinder, gentler nation' and a foreign policy focused on the post-Cold War world.

Bush built an international coalition of 35 nations to expel Iraqi forces from Kuwait after Iraq's invasion. Operation Desert Storm began with an air campaign followed by a ground assault, successfully liberating Kuwait in February 1991.

Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law, prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, public accommodations, and transportation. The law was a landmark civil rights achievement.

Malik Ghulam Muhammad became Governor-General after the assassination of Liaquat Ali Khan. He was a former finance minister. His tenure was marked by increasing executive power and conflict with the prime minister.

Ghulam Muhammad dismissed Prime Minister Nazimuddin, citing his failure to maintain order during the anti-Ahmadiyya riots. The dismissal was a controversial use of constitutional powers. It set a precedent for the governor-general's dominance over the elected government.

Ghulam Muhammad dissolved the Constituent Assembly, which was drafting the constitution, accusing it of overstepping its authority. The dissolution was challenged in court but upheld. This action delayed the constitution and deepened political instability.

Ghulam Muhammad resigned as Governor-General after suffering a stroke. He was succeeded by Iskander Mirza. His resignation ended a period of assertive executive rule. His actions had weakened democratic institutions and contributed to the later military coup.