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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).
These extraordinary and talented individuals have borne eloquent testimony to the enduring power of the arts and the humanities in our everyday lives. They have contributed profoundly to the richness and variety of our Nation's cultural…
Secondly, it is an honor--with all the difficulties, it is still an honor and a joy to come to work in this office every day. Next, my wife and I have a lot of good friends here. And our daughter has done wonderfully well. She's been…
Well, you know, Harry Truman said if you want a friend here, you ought to buy a dog. [Laughter] But I must say first, it's a beautiful place; it's a magnificent place. Ms. Ratner. It certainly is.
Yes. We've got more high-wage jobs in this recovery than in the past 5 years combined. We've got 10 years of manufacturing job growth--10 months, excuse me, of manufacturing job growth in a row for the first time in a decade. So we're…
Yes, in a funny--[laughter]--I suppose in a funny way, if people really got a dose of the alternative, they'd like me better, but that's just a part of the process of politics. But what I want the American people to focus on in this…
Yes, it's amazing, reassessment or something. Ms. Ratner. The legislative session now is coming to an end. How would you evaluate it?
Because it's an important part of our economy, an important part of our strategy for economic revival, and because we've had a good partnership in working on a lot of issues. I'm very encouraged and Americans should be, not just the people…
Well, I'm hopeful. It's a little early yet to reach a final conclusion. We're watching it very closely. [At this point, one group of reporters left the room, and another group entered.] Auto Industry
Good morning. Our deployments in the Gulf region are continuing today. There has been no change in the pattern of Iraqi activity from yesterday, so we will continue our deployments. We received strong support from the international…
It is still an honor and a joy to come to work in this office every day.
Before I leave today I just wanted to say one thing. I have been briefed by the National Security Adviser on the situation in Iraq. We have discussed the measures I have ordered to deal with the situation. And I want to make it clear one…
Report October 6, 1994 To the Congress of the United States: I hereby submit to the Congress the Annual Report of the Railroad Retirement Board for Fiscal Year 1993, pursuant to the provisions of section 7(b)(6) of the Railroad Retirement…
South Africa October 5, 1994 Hello, everybody. Let me say very briefly--as you know, President Mandela and I will have statements and answer questions after we have our meeting. But I do want to say again how pleased we are to have him…
I am pleased with Chairman Wilhelm's decision to name Debra DeLee to head the 1996 Democratic National Convention. I am confident her energy and enthusiasm as well as her political expertise will make the 1996 convention an exciting and…
We regret any loss of life in connection with our mission in Haiti, but it must be clear that U.S. forces are prepared to respond to hostile action against them and will do so. We will continue to work with Haitian military authorities for…
It is no accident that the South Africans wanted us to spend $35 million and help them conduct their successful elections.
People have real reasons to still be frustrated and feel negatively about the Government.
Small business is the backbone of our economy and the driving force behind economic growth.
Russia September 21, 1994 To the Congress of the United States: I hereby transmit a report concerning the emigration laws and policies of the Russian Federation as required by subsections 402(b) and 409(b) of Title IV of the Trade Act of…
Well, wonderful as it is, and even though I used to teach it, you probably don't want to hear my lectures on the Constitution tonight.
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