Bill Clinton: “We are a nation whose strength and greatness are derived from the rich…”

On the recordJanuary 8, 1997

We are a nation whose strength and greatness are derived from the rich heritage and diversity of our people.

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Democratic · Arkansas

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Remarks on Presenting the Arts and Humanities Awards

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Bill Clinton: “We are a nation whose strength and greatness are derived from the rich heritage and diversity of our people.”