Bill Clinton: “You have served your country in so many ways, and you should be proud…”

On the recordMay 14, 1996

You have served your country in so many ways, and you should be proud of your 35 years in Congress.

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Letter to Senator Bob Dole on the Announcement of His Retirement From the Senate

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