Bill Clinton: “Thank you very much, Mayor. I want to ask the Attorney General now to say a word, because the Justice Department, as you…”

“Thank you very much, Mayor. I want to ask the Attorney General now to say a word, because the Justice Department, as you know, managed the process by which your cities were selected. I think they did a very good job, and so I'd like to call on her and let her say a few words. Attorney General Reno. Mayors, I just want to thank you. Your applications were so impressive. They indicate just what can be done with community policing, how it can both prevent crime and identify the real bad guys who need to be put away. And this is the first round; there are more to come. And we look forward to working with you in a real, true partnership. Merry Christmas.”