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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Oct 14, 1999

You know, first of all, I just don't accept that. They told us that they had no interest in bringing it up. It wasn't going to come up. We had no reason to believe we could do it. Before we can lobby the Members, we have to have some sense…

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Oct 14, 1999

I announced, on August 17, 1999, that a nonprofit, nonpartisan 'National Campaign Against Youth Violence' had been established.

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Oct 14, 1999

We have seen since and we saw before, in a string of violent incidents at school and in the fact that 13 young people lose their lives every single day to gunshots in ones and twos, that our children—notwithstanding the fact that we have…

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Oct 14, 1999

We have a strong U.S. commitment to the security and defense of Norway.

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Oct 14, 1999

The choice between cooperation and isolation lies with the Taliban.

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Oct 14, 1999

The Council will oversee this effort and examine options for improving its operations.

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Oct 14, 1999

Violence by youth and against youth is an issue that deeply concerns us all.

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Oct 14, 1999

I appreciate Norway's strong support of the Middle East peace process through the Oslo process.

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Oct 14, 1999

The Security Council's action demonstrates the international community's understanding of the threat posed by bin Ladin and his network of terrorists.

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Oct 14, 1999

This will not affect hunting. This will not affect sporting events. It will make our country a safer place.

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Oct 14, 1999

I have read with interest the report of the Attorney General's Coordinating Council on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.

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Oct 14, 1999

Humanitarian relief of this kind is not only the right thing to do for our values; it also helps build peace and stability and thereby strengthens America's own security.

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Oct 14, 1999

Charles L. Kolbe, of Iowa, to be a member of the Internal Revenue Service Oversight Board for a term of 3 years (new position).

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Oct 14, 1999

We will explore the possibility of devising a cross-program strategy to help parents address youth violence.

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Oct 14, 1999

We share a vital interest in the development of a democratic, prosperous, and stable Russia.

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Oct 13, 1999

The events in Pakistan this week represent another setback to Pakistani democracy. Pakistan's interests would be served by a prompt return to civilian rule and restoration of the democratic process. I urge that Pakistan move quickly in…

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Oct 13, 1999

People will, all of a sudden, start treating me as an elder statesman or something.

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Oct 13, 1999

I am pleased to nominate Gen. Richard B. Myers, United States Air Force, to be Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

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Oct 13, 1999

I have the utmost trust and confidence in his ability to do so.

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Oct 13, 1999

I will not let yesterday's partisanship stand as our final word on the test ban treaty.

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Oct 13, 1999

Harry Truman once said, the Secret Service was the only boss he had as President, with the exception of Mrs. Truman.

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