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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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Dec 10, 1993

You do? Mr. Collins. Well, it's bigger than a breadbox but smaller than a bus. Hillary Clinton. Now, don't give it away. Mr. Collins. Oh, I'm sorry. Ms. Purcell. You know how these men are---- Mr. Collins. That's good--[inaudible]--what…

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Dec 10, 1993

Well, let me just say we have some hope for the continuing discussions. When negotiations are going on, I'm always reluctant to characterize them one way or the other, whether it's GATT or with North Korea. I just don't want to do that…

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Dec 10, 1993

I'm not ruling it out at all, I mean, I-- [inaudible]--but you heard my answer. I just think it is very important that we know exactly what we're talking about: How would it be done? What are the mechanics? How does it rank in order of…

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Dec 10, 1993

Well, I think the space program got a new lease on life in this last session of Congress after the completion of the Best report and the redesign of the space station and Congress reaffirming the support for the space station. And then the…

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Dec 10, 1993

I don't know about that. I think that this flight's success will plainly illustrate the importance of NASA's many missions and reinforce the understanding of that importance in the American people and the support for it. The Vice…

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Dec 10, 1993

Good luck. [At this point, the telephone conversation ended, and the President took questions from reporters.] Space Program

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Dec 10, 1993

Well, thank you all. Let me just say again that we are all so proud of you, and I appreciate what each and every one of you have said. It's a real clear message about not only your incredible abilities and your courage and the support you…

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Dec 10, 1993

I'm glad the press corps heard you say that. [Laughter] [At this point, the Vice President congratulated the astronauts and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.] Dr. F. Story Musgrave. I'm Story Musgrave, sir. I'm one of the…

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Dec 10, 1993

Well, the Vice President and I wanted to call you and congratulate you on one of the most spectacular space missions in our history. We're all so proud of you, and we've been able to see you do all those things. It's just been wonderful…

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Dec 10, 1993

Putting more police on the streets will do more to reduce crime than anything else we can do.

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Dec 10, 1993

Boot camps have been endorsed by every major law enforcement organization in America.

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Dec 10, 1993

I intend to give the folks on the front lines the resources and the support they need to win the fight against crime.

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Dec 10, 1993

Assault weapons and 15-round clips have nothing to do with hunting or sports.

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Dec 10, 1993

It requires a 5-day waiting period before anyone can purchase a handgun so there can be a check of someone's age, mental health, and criminal record.

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Dec 10, 1993

We can make our neighborhoods and our nations places of shared responsibility, not random violence.

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Dec 9, 1993

Ladies and gentlemen, I'd like to begin my remarks by asking that we recognize the years of devotion that Joe Riley has given to this Pageant of Peace. Let's give him a big hand. [Applause] This has been a wonderful night for Hillary and…

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Dec 9, 1993

Thank you, Mayor Abramson, and thank all of the rest of you for coming here. I have looked forward to this meeting and to receiving this plan ever since the first discussion we held. I believe that this Nation is really prepared in a way…

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Dec 9, 1993

The universality of these rights and the common duty of all governments to uphold them were reaffirmed at the World Conference on Human Rights in Vienna this past June.

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Dec 9, 1993

Secretary Aspin is putting together strong management teams in every branch of the service.

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Dec 9, 1993

The entry into the United States as immigrants and nonimmigrants of persons who formulate, implement, or benefit from policies that impede Nigeria's transition to democracy, and the immediate family members of such persons, is hereby…

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Dec 8, 1993

Much better, thank you. It just happens every couple of years. I wait for it to heal up, and I go back to running. It's fine.

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Dec 8, 1993

But I certainly stand behind her foursquare as Surgeon General. I think she's done a good job, and she's beginning to really focus the country on a lot of these public health problems. So, she needs to make it very clear that--and I think…

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