I spoke with both Tricia Cox and Julie Eisenhower this evening, and we had a very good visit.
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).
The Federal Reserve Board is the critical institution that preserves the stability of our monetary system and the confidence of our markets.
I would say I am more optimistic about the possibility of the resolution of it.
If there is an agreement, then I believe the United States should be willing to be part of a multinational effort to enforce and help to support the peace agreement.
I am also pleased to announce my intention to nominate Janet Yellen to a full term on the Federal Reserve Board.
I think—I hope there will be some movement from the Turkish side on Cyprus in the next couple of days.
Succession to act for and exercise the powers of the Secretary of the Air Force pursuant to this order shall be on a temporary or interim basis and shall not have the effect of vacating the statutory appointment held by the successor.
Yes, I will issue the invitation promptly after the election. [An interviewer suggested that South Africa's crucial need was for education in democracy and tolerance and that America might be particularly helpful in this regard.]
Well, I do believe that we ought to dramatically increase our assistance, which we will do. I think we ought to dramatically increase our private investment in South Africa, which I intend to work on. I think we ought to do what we can to…
We believe that what's been lacking there is just an agreement on how many more people, where they'll come from, and how the money will be provided. But General Rose has wanted 10,000 more. There was agreement among those of us who…
Well, no, no. We believe that the United Nations has the authority under Resolution 836 to do this or that you could have a Presidential statement from the head of the Security Council. There are lots of ways to do it.
Because I believe--because I disagree with you. I believe the evidence does not condemn the conduct or knowledge of Admiral Kelso sufficient to justify taking the two stars away from him. Wolf [Wolf Blitzer, Cable News Network]. Bosnia
Well, the--I agree with the decision made by the Pentagon and ratified by the Senate. So I can't agree to do it because I agree with it.
Is it too late for Gorazde? No, it's too late for-- you know, a lot of people have been killed there. But if the Serbs would do what the Russians demanded, as well as what we demand, if they would get out, withdraw, let the United Nations…
No, I've been condemning their behavior for 2 years now. And let me just say this: I think--you asked me in general terms-- in general terms do I consider them to be the primary aggressor? The answer to that is yes. More specifically, and…
Well, I think we have--there is a broad agreement on objectives. I had a good talk with President Yeltsin, but I believe, frankly, we have to wait and get the details all written out, you know, so that we see whether we're in complete…
I think that's for them to say. [At this point, one group of reporters left the room, and another group entered.] Bosnia
No, I talked to--actually, I talked to Billy Graham right after--he was on his way to the hospital right after he had his stroke. And I had--as soon as all this is over, I'm going to attempt to get in touch with one of his daughters at the…
I read his statement; I didn't quite read it that way. But I had a conversation with President Yeltsin, and I will report it when I go out and make my statement. I'll tell you what he said.
Well, I've talked to President Yeltsin and President Mitterrand today, and Prime Minister Chretien. And I have not talked to Chancellor Kohl or to Prime Minister Major today. I haven't been able to get them, but I talked to them in the…





