Bill Clinton actually said...

The tough choices we made on deficit reduction have turned a deficit of $290 billion in 1992 into a surplus of $124 billion in 1999.

Statement on Indications of a Third Consecutive Budget Surplus

01/20/2000

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We must remain watchful to ensure that, as we modernize our financial system, it works for all Americans.

We would not agree with those who attempted to weaken the CRA obligations of banks and thrifts in this process.

What was meant to break has made you stronger.

America is still with you, and that with this memorial you can know America will never forget.