Bill Clinton actually said...

My strong belief is that the Federal Government works best, in economic areas and quite often in social policy, when we are giving help, giving encouragement, being a partner, but the ultimate decisions are being made by people at the grassroots level.

Context

Remarks Prior to a Meeting With Community Leaders in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

09/17/1995

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