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 12, 1999

Students learn more in smaller classes where they get more attention.

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Nov 12, 1999

We need to stay on this path of hiring 100,000 quality teachers to reduce class size.

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Nov 12, 1999

I'm committed to working with Congress to reach agreement before they recess this year.

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Nov 11, 1999

I think the best thing I can say at the present is what I said yesterday: They are working, and when I know whether we've got an agreement or whether we haven't, I'll let you know. But I think the less we say now, the better. These are…

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Nov 11, 1999

I think it would be a very good thing for the world and a very good thing for the Chinese if China were in the WTO.

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Nov 11, 1999

This Act helps to level the playing field for the young people of the District of Columbia by expanding opportunities for affordable higher education.

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Nov 11, 1999

These protections constitute a significant change from existing law.

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Nov 11, 1999

I do therefore hereby proclaim that: Section 1. The immigrant and nonimmigrant entry into the United States of the following persons is hereby suspended.

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Nov 11, 1999

The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act makes the most important legislative changes to the structure of the U.S. financial system since the 1930s.

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Nov 11, 1999

Privacy is fundamental to Americans, and to my Administration.

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Nov 11, 1999

This Act will ensure that Federal funds are available to support the only public institution of higher education in the District of Columbia and to help ensure that D.C. residents who choose to attend UDC will receive a solid education.

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Nov 11, 1999

These efforts can help the countries of the region achieve long-term economic growth.

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Nov 11, 1999

I think the decision, first of all, is one for the Indonesian people and Government to make.

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Nov 11, 1999

Today I am pleased to sign into law S. 900, the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.

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Nov 11, 1999

This, in turn, will strengthen the region's stability and reduce the risk of another destructive conflict.

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Nov 11, 1999

Nothing in this proclamation shall be construed to derogate from United States Government obligations under applicable international agreements.

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Nov 11, 1999

I have determined that it is in the interests of the United States to suspend the entry into the United States of certain officials of the FRY Government and the Government of the Republic of Serbia.

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Nov 11, 1999

I think it's very important that we pay our United Nations arrears.

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Nov 11, 1999

The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act is a major achievement that will benefit American consumers, communities, and businesses of all sizes.

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Nov 11, 1999

This tuition subsidy is critical, because it will provide an opportunity for D.C. residents, like the residents of all 50 States, to attend a variety of affordable public colleges and universities.

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