Political Quotes

Bill Clinton

The Public Record

Bill Jefferson Clinton served as the 42nd President of the United States from January 20, 1993, to January 20, 2001. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the position of Governor of Arkansas from 1983 to 1992. During his presidency, Clinton focused on several key policies, including welfare reform, economic growth, and healthcare reform. His administration is noted for achieving a budget surplus and for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).

Quotes by year · 1992202635,348 total · peak 1999 (4990)
1992: 79 quotes1993: 4,616 quotes1994: 4,928 quotes1995: 4,797 quotes1996: 3,407 quotes1997: 3,314 quotes1998: 4,133 quotes1999: 4,990 quotes2000: 3,954 quotes2001: 381 quotes2002: 19 quotes2003: 44 quotes2004: 50 quotes2005: 51 quotes2006: 42 quotes2007: 45 quotes2008: 168 quotes2009: 39 quotes2010: 88 quotes2011: 8 quotes2012: 17 quotes2013: 5 quotes2014: 11 quotes2015: 13 quotes2016: 39 quotes2017: 5 quotes2018: 4 quotes2019: 3 quotes2020: 12 quotes2021: 12 quotes2022: 11 quotes2023: 4 quotes2024: 35 quotes2025: 22 quotes2026: 2 quotes
Feb 1, 1995

I think that this—when I submit the budget, I think it'll be the beginning of a very positive thing.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Feb 1, 1995

It is therefore most appropriate to name CVN-75 in honor of the President who courageously led us out of the Second World War.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

Well, I think it will increase again once people look at the facts, if we get a bill out there. We need to--the bill needs to go in. And Secretary Rubin has and others have negotiated in great detail and in good faith with the appropriate…

govinfo.gov
Jan 30, 1995

We certainly hope so. I worked yesterday for several hours on this and secured again the reaffirmation of the commitment of the leadership of both parties in both Houses to go forward. And we have put out more strong statements today about…

govinfo.gov
Jan 30, 1995

Let me say, first of all, it's a real pleasure and an honor for me and for the United States to welcome President Snegur here and the whole delegation from Moldova. They have been a real model of commitment to democracy and to economic…

govinfo.gov
Jan 30, 1995

We have to find a way for everybody willing to work hard to do well.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

The whole purpose of politics, after all, is to improve the life of people.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

I believe the Federal Government's job is to expand opportunity and shrink bureaucracy.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

During the next month, those who follow the Islamic religion will fast and abstain from the normal routines of life in order to better devote themselves to understanding and following their faith.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

Let us take pride in what has been accomplished toward realization of this noble vision.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

Let's go for the middle class bill of rights; pass the minimum wage; pass welfare reform.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

The risks of inaction are greater than the risks of decisive action.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

I want to offer my greetings and sincere best wishes on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

We have had innovative and more comprehensive agreements with the States...

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

You know, Don and I come from part of the country where it's been hard to be a Democrat for over 20 years now.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

We must act now in order to protect American jobs, prevent an increased flow of illegal immigrants across our borders, ensure stability in this hemisphere, and encourage reform in emerging markets around the world.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

As enemies reconcile and dialog replaces confrontation, this is a time for reflection on the hopes and dreams of a better life and a better world shared by those of all faiths.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

It is a time not just for inward reflection but for rededication to the needs of the wider community and the requirement of service to others.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

We agree that, in order to ensure orderly exchange arrangements and a stable system of exchange rates, the United States should immediately use the Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) to provide appropriate financial assistance for Mexico.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

I can feel it, that if we can stay true to our principles and clarify our vision for the American people... we will win.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

This is an important undertaking, and we believe that the risks of inaction vastly exceed any risks associated with this action.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 30, 1995

I feel that I should apologize tonight for giving you such an overconcentration of Irish blarney in the last three speakers.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Politicians like Bill Clinton