Bill Clinton actually said...

"I urge the next administration to build on our progress and take the steps necessary to allow the United States to eventually sign the Ottawa Convention."

"It has helped demonstrate how the Federal Government can work as a good neighbor in support of local communities."

"I do proclaim that there are hereby set apart and reserved as the Governors Island National Monument for the purpose of protecting the objects identified above."

"This initiative has helped steer hundreds of millions of dollars in Federal assistance to these communities."