Bill Clinton actually said...

She got the job because I believe, amid a list of truly outstanding people, she had the best combination of qualities to succeed and to serve our country at this moment in history.

Context

Remarks Announcing the Second Term National Security Team and an Exchange With Reporters

12/04/1996

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