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Bill Clinton: “I want to do what is necessary to protect children's health, particularly, and the public health in general.”

On the recordSeptember 15, 1997
I want to do what is necessary to protect children's health, particularly, and the public health in general.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

Editor's note · Context

Remarks on Proposed Fast-Track Trade Authority Legislation and an Exchange With Reporters

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