Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 11, 1996
We will not sacrifice the guarantees of the Bill of Rights in combating terrorism.
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Bill Clinton
Democratic · Arkansas

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Statement of Administration Policy: H.R. 2703 - Effective Death Penalty and Antiterrorism Act

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