Bill Clinton
The Public Record
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).
I think the enemies of the nation-state in this interconnected world are likely to be the biggest security threat.
We have to try to help them gain some measure of control over their own country again.
I have directed the participation of U.S. Armed Forces in these operations pursuant to my constitutional authority to conduct U.S. foreign relations and as Commander in Chief.
Seven years ago, when I came to Washington, our Nation was burdened with a $290 billion annual deficit.
We passed strong deficit reduction packages in both 1993 and in 1997.
I think it's important to keep the attention of the country focused on the future.
I think that it is appropriate to add the voluntary prescription drug benefit.
I would like to see this court case played out before the Congress takes action.
I do think there will be plenty for America to do next year and the years beyond.
We want to make sure that in every field of endeavor, everyone knows that those who work hard and play by the rules will have the chance to make the most of their abilities.
China's comprehensive market-opening concessions will benefit U.S. workers, farmers and businesses.
We have had a higher percentage of women in the work force than ever before.
The question is not whether or not this trade agreement will cure serious and disturbing issues of economic and political freedom in China; the issue is whether it will push things in the right direction.
WTO membership will strengthen the forces of reform inside China and thereby improve the odds that China will continue and even accelerate its gradual progress toward joining the rules-based community of nations.





