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Bill Clinton: And then they still won't be able to pay for it so then they'll have to increase the deficit, which means higher…

On the recordAugust 31, 1996
And then they still won't be able to pay for it so then they'll have to increase the deficit, which means higher interest rates and a weaker economy. So we get the worst of both worlds. So I say, I want you to help us build a bridge to the 21st century with more economic growth, not less, and economic growth which comes here to help you. Will you do that? Audience members. Yes!
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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