Bill Clinton actually said...

"Larry was a good friend and a valued colleague who brought his abundant energy and fresh vision to every task he undertook."

"Welfare reform is first and foremost about work."

"Welfare reform must be considered in the context of other critical and related issues such as Medicaid and the Earned Income Tax Credit."

"I am deeply committed to working with the Congress to reach bipartisan agreement on an acceptable welfare reform bill that addresses these and other concerns."