Bill Clinton actually said...

I urge the Senate to act quickly so that we can strengthen the ties between our Nation and a continent on the verge of a new era of democracy and prosperity.

Context

Statement on House Action on Proposed Legislation To Provide Assistance to African Nations

07/15/1999

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