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Bill Clinton: Five years ago today, the Family and Medical Leave Act went into effect, giving tens of millions of Americans the peace…

On the recordAugust 4, 1998
Five years ago today, the Family and Medical Leave Act went into effect, giving tens of millions of Americans the peace of mind that they would never have to choose between the jobs they need and the families they love.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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Statement on the Fifth Anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act

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