Bill Clinton: “I am for balancing the budget in 7 years, but I want to protect the…”

On the recordJanuary 9, 1996

I am for balancing the budget in 7 years, but I want to protect the fundamental priorities of the American people.

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Democratic · Arkansas

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Remarks on the Budget Negotiations and an Exchange With Reporters

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