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Bill Clinton: “Well, I think, of course, all fathers would be sympathetic. The question is and I think the most important thing is what…”

On the recordDecember 8, 1999
Well, I think, of course, all fathers would be sympathetic. The question is and I think the most important thing is what would be best for the child? And there is a legal process for determining that. I personally don't think that any of us should have any concern other than that, that the law be followed. I don't think that politics or threats should have anything to do with it, and if I have my way, it won't. We should let the people who are responsible for this, who have a legal responsibility, try to do the right thing by the child. These decisions are often difficult, even in domestic situations, but I hope that is what would be done, and it should be done without regard to politics. Helen [Helen Thomas, United Press International]. Middle East Peace Process
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Bill Clinton
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