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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Nov 2, 1993

Boot camps and other innovative means of punishment must be used to promote swift and certain punishment when an offender first encounters the criminal justice system, not after it is too late.

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Nov 2, 1993

You said something to the people making public policy that had not been heard before.

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Nov 2, 1993

Putting more police on the streets working with community residents to reduce and prevent crime is an integral part of the Administration's anti-crime and anti-drug efforts.

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Nov 2, 1993

This makes NAFTA not only a stimulus for economic growth, but a force for social good.

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Nov 2, 1993

The North American Free Trade Agreement is an essential part of the economic strategy of this country: expanding markets abroad and providing a level playing field for American workers to compete and win in the global economy.

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Nov 2, 1993

The Secretary of State shall be responsible for the conduct of United States relations with the Freely Associated States.

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Nov 2, 1993

This may not be perfect, but it is the only comprehensive plan that gives security to all Americans.

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Nov 2, 1993

Today, Mexican tariffs are two and a half times greater than U.S. tariffs.

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Nov 1, 1993

Emergency November 1, 1993 To the Congress of the United States: Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, prior to the anniversary date of its…

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Nov 1, 1993

Today, in signing S. 1548, something unusual will happen: a Federal program is being abolished so that more than a half billion dollars can be saved. This is a departure from business-as-usual in Washington, where programs seem destined to…

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Nov 1, 1993

1993 November 1, 1993 I am pleased to sign into law H.R. 3123, the ``Rural Electrification Loan Restructuring Act of 1993.'' This Act modifies the Rural Electrification Administration (REA) direct loan programs for rural electric and…

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Nov 1, 1993

We believe that the grants authorized by the bill should be coordinated with similar programs currently being funded by the Department of Health and Human Services in order to maximize their impact.

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Nov 1, 1993

No one attacking NAFTA has yet made a single solitary argument to refute this essential point: There is no evidence that any wealthy country—not just the United States, anyone, not one—can create new jobs and higher incomes without more…

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Oct 31, 1993

I would never knowingly do anything that would cost an American a job.

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Oct 31, 1993

The Board of Advisors shall issue an annual report to the President on participation by historically Black colleges and universities in federally sponsored programs.

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Oct 31, 1993

This legislation will enhance our ability to provide affordable electric and telephone services in rural areas.

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Oct 31, 1993

For 130 years the institutions you represent have been beacons of hope and opportunity for Americans for whom no other options existed.

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Oct 31, 1993

There are few Americans who can match Charles Curtis' governmental experience or his knowledge of energy policy.

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