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Bill Clinton: We must act now in order to protect American jobs, prevent an increased flow of illegal immigrants across our borders…

On the recordJanuary 30, 1995
We must act now in order to protect American jobs, prevent an increased flow of illegal immigrants across our borders, ensure stability in this hemisphere, and encourage reform in emerging markets around the world.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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Statement With Congressional Leaders on Financial Assistance to Mexico

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