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Bill Clinton: I have determined that it is necessary to maintain in force the broad authorities necessary to apply economic pressure…

On the recordSeptember 21, 2000
I have determined that it is necessary to maintain in force the broad authorities necessary to apply economic pressure on UNITA to reduce its ability to pursue its military operations.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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Message to the Congress on Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to UNITA

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