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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Apr 19, 1993

I was aware of it. I think the Attorney General made the decision. And I think I should refer all questions to her and to the FBI.

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Apr 19, 1993

Karen Nussbaum has been organizing working women for two decades.

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Apr 19, 1993

They are, in so many ways, our most important public servants.

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Apr 18, 1993

I'm inspired not only by how the team pulled together to win the championship but how the entire State pulled together to cheer them on to victory.

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Apr 18, 1993

Senator Dole and a lot of the other Republicans now in the Senate voted for the same kind of thing for Ronald Reagan in 1983.

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Apr 16, 1993

Sure. Of course. [At this point, one group of reporters left the room, and another group entered.] Japan's Support for Aid to Russia

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Apr 16, 1993

I regret that it's happening. We met and discussed this morning what our other options are and whether our allies might now be willing to take further action. We may know some more before the end of the day.

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Apr 16, 1993

You sent me to Washington to get our Government and economy moving after years of paralysis in policy.

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Apr 16, 1993

I know the American people are tired of business as usual and politics as usual.

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Apr 16, 1993

We must serve in order to allow our children -- and future generations -- to live up to their full potential.

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Apr 16, 1993

I wanted first to do my weekly broadcast with the American people.

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Apr 16, 1993

We are deeply saddened over the passing of President Turgut Ozal of Turkey.

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Apr 16, 1993

The alliance of Turkey and the United States is stronger today because of the personal leadership of the late President.

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Apr 16, 1993

This is not about deficit spending. We have offered a plan to cut the deficit.

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Apr 15, 1993

I stressed to the Prime Minister that I am particularly concerned about Japan's growing global current account and trade surpluses.

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Apr 15, 1993

I am very pleased that William Taylor, Tara O'Toole, and Judith Winston will be taking positions in my administration.

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Apr 15, 1993

All three of these people have distinguished themselves through public service throughout their careers.

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