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Bill Clinton: “I urge Congress to act for the benefit of the citizens of the District and our Nation's Capital by sending me the…”

On the recordNovember 2, 1999
I urge Congress to act for the benefit of the citizens of the District and our Nation's Capital by sending me the agreed-upon legislation, unencumbered by objectionable legislation or provisions.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas
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presidency.ucsb.edu

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Statement on Proposed Appropriations for the District of Columbia

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