Bill Clinton actually said...

I don't think we have an option because I think the country can't walk away from this problem.

Exchange With Reporters Prior to a Meeting With Congressional Leaders

09/07/1993

More Bill Clinton Quotes

I hope it will this time, and I pledge to sign it quickly.

I think that we're off to a good start.

I think the people are sick, literally sick of seeing all this partisan infighting up here.

I also think there is a consensus in this country that we shouldn't do anything that would increase the deficit.