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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Jan 16, 2000

We are all caught up in— and he had a wonderful phrase—he said, 'in an inescapable web of mutuality.'

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Jan 14, 2000

Today I want to talk with you about new steps we're taking to fulfill Dr. King's dream and redeem America's promise.

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Jan 14, 2000

I ask the Senate to confirm Mr. Lee as our Nation's top civil rights enforcer.

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Jan 14, 2000

Let’s keep following his footsteps to draw from that deep well of democracy and deepen the meaning of freedom for all Americans.

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Jan 14, 2000

No American in the 21st century should have to face such discrimination when it comes to finding a home, getting a job, going to school, securing a loan.

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Jan 13, 2000

Let us resolve to be vigilant in defending that freedom and teaching tolerance in our homes, schools, communities, and workplaces.

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Jan 13, 2000

Americans draw great strength from the free exercise of religion and from the diverse communities of faith that flourish in our Nation because of it.

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Jan 13, 2000

We must seize this rare moment in our Nation's history to build a society in which we accept our differences and honor our common humanity.

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Jan 13, 2000

I call upon all Americans to observe this occasion with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities in honor of Dr. King's life and achievements and in response to his call to service.

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Jan 13, 2000

Suspension for 6 months beyond February 1, 2000, of the right to bring an action under title III of the Act is necessary to the national interests of the United States

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Jan 13, 2000

My Administration is committed to safeguarding freedom of religion at home and promoting it around the globe.

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Jan 12, 2000

We will never be the country we ought to be until every person, including the people and places that have been left behind in this remarkable recovery, has a chance to live the American dream.

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Jan 12, 2000

I think it's a mistake that there are elements in both parties of the Congress that seem to be afraid of continuing to expand trade.

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Jan 12, 2000

For every dollar in equity capital you invest in America's new markets, we will give another dollar in Government-backed loans, effectively doubling the investments.

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Jan 12, 2000

We could prove you could grow the economy and improve the environment.

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Jan 12, 2000

That's when you're supposed to show up at an event, and you do, and nobody else is there.

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Jan 12, 2000

I hereby certify that: In connection with Condition (9), Protection of Advanced Biotechnology, the legitimate commercial activities and interests of chemical, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical firms in the United States are not being…

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Jan 12, 2000

This new tool for this unprecedented era of surpluses will, in effect, help refinance old debt and pay it down on the best terms possible.

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Jan 12, 2000

These are the people that deserve help, a hand up, a chance to work together and to live their dreams.

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Jan 12, 2000

Most of the job growth is coming in America from small businesses.

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Jan 12, 2000

You have proved that this can work, and therefore you have laid a very strong foundation for the legislation I'm going to ask Congress to pass this year.

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Jan 12, 2000

I knew this was a great country that had more strengths and more potential for the 21st century than at any time in our history.

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