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Bill Clinton: an Exchange With Reporters October 7, 1997 President Clinton. Good morning, everyone. I'm delighted to have President…

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an Exchange With Reporters October 7, 1997 President Clinton. Good morning, everyone. I'm delighted to have President Weizman here, and we had a nice dinner last evening, and we're going to have further talks today about what we can do in the United States to further the peace process. And certainly we are grateful for all that he has done as President and throughout his entire career. It's a great honor to have you here. President Weizman. Thank you very much. President Clinton. Thank you. Jonathan Pollard Espionage Case Q. Mr. President, thank you. In light of the recent swap between Israel and Jordan, there has also been talk raised again about Jonathan Pollard. I was wondering if you believe justice was served when he received his life sentence, and do you believe he will spend his life sentence in prison? And to President Weizman, will you be raising this issue today with the President? President Weizman. You were talking too fast. What did you say? Q. The question of Jonathan Pollard--will you be raising it with President Clinton today? President Weizman. It's always in our minds. Q. Mr. President? President Clinton. Well, I receive--when Mr. Pollard applies for clemency, I receive recommendations from both my Justice and National Security Advisers, and I take into account what they recommend, and then I take action. And that's what I'll do if it comes up again. Assassination Attempt on Khaled Meshal Q. Good morning. Thank you, Mr. President.…
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