Political Quotes

Bill Clinton

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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).

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Jan 30, 1995

Trust and accountability are the foundation of these new partnerships.

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Jan 30, 1995

But for the sake of our children—our future—let us all renew our determination and work to make this moment of peace a lasting testament to a more peaceful world for all.

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Jan 29, 1995

I want to say to you and to George and Carmen and to all your wonderful players, it was a--the whole season was thrilling for all of us, and I think the best thing I can say about the 49ers is, I haven't met a single fan anywhere in…

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Jan 29, 1995

Education is another critical building block in the strong foundation for our country.

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Jan 29, 1995

We have worked not simply to reduce the size of the Federal Government, although we have by over 100,000 already.

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Jan 29, 1995

Working together, we have made a real difference in the lives of the American people.

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Jan 29, 1995

We must pass welfare reform this year, and it has got to be real, meaningful, different, and better and broader than anything we've ever done before.

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Jan 29, 1995

I want to emphasize that the stabilization initiative is not a gift, not a loan, not a bailout; it is a loan guarantee.

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Jan 29, 1995

Our middle class bill of rights could more properly be called the bill of rights and responsibilities.

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Jan 29, 1995

It's a real pleasure and an honor for me and for the United States to welcome President Snegur here.

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Jan 29, 1995

This annual report serves little useful purpose and diverts Agency resources from more productive activities.

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Jan 29, 1995

The issue facing America is: Can we really guarantee the American dream for all Americans willing to work for it?

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Jan 29, 1995

We passed an economic package that's bringing the deficit down by more than $600 billion.

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Jan 29, 1995

The middle class bill of rights is about ensuring that the American dream stays alive for everyone willing to take responsibility for their future.

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Jan 29, 1995

America works best when everybody's got a chance at the brass ring.

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Jan 29, 1995

What's best for the American people? Empower them to compete and win.

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Jan 29, 1995

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America and in order to amend Executive Order No. 12898, it is hereby ordered that section 1-103(e) of that order is amended by deleting…

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Jan 29, 1995

Let's do it in a way that raises the economic power of America in the long run and helps middle class families to build their lives.

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Jan 29, 1995

I think we ought to all go into a change in the fundamental document of this country with our eyes wide open and knowing what the consequences are.

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