Bill Clinton actually said...

I don't believe that over the long run we can really solve our own problems at home unless we are also operating in a world that's more peaceful, more democratic, and more prosperous.

Context

The President's News Conference With Prime Minister Wim Kok of The Netherlands

02/27/1995

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