Bill Clinton actually said...

I won't allow the Republican Congress to force us into default or put Social Security beneficiaries at risk.

I call upon Federal, State, and local officials to honor American families with appropriate ceremonies and programs;

The Republican Congress has failed to take responsible action to prevent default for the first time in our history.

I urge all the people of the United States to reaffirm their own familial bonds and to reach out to others in friendship and goodwill.