Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 5, 1996
It is morally indefensible to hold needed Government services and hard-working Government employees hostage in a political battle.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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Remarks on the Budget Negotiations and an Exchange With Reporters

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