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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Aug 8, 1999

Thanks to her work, I believe we will see the day not too long away when mental illnesses are treated just like any other illnesses and covered just like any other illnesses.

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Aug 8, 1999

This will strengthen national security not only of the United States but of people around the world.

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Aug 8, 1999

You are the modern manifestation of the dream of America's Founders.

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Aug 8, 1999

It means that we can go out into the areas... that for all the economic progress of the last few years, there are still some people who are living only in the shadows of this prosperity.

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Aug 7, 1999

You all know, and I think Tom referred to this, that with the welfare waivers we granted the States, followed by the Welfare Reform Act in 1996, your initiatives have led us to the lowest welfare rolls in 32 years now.

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Aug 7, 1999

Both the national and the several State governments must each do its part.

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Aug 6, 1999

I am. He will be the first African-American Vice Chair of the Fed. He is superbly qualified. He has served well. And I am very excited about the prospect of his service. I'm glad he's willing to do it. Tax Cut

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Aug 6, 1999

Because as far as we've come, we know, still, there is much to do.

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Aug 6, 1999

These programs can make all the difference in whether a young person goes to college.

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Aug 6, 1999

I could not have achieved any of those things without the leadership and the support and the aggressive efforts of Vice President Al Gore.

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Aug 6, 1999

He is a good person. He is a decent person. He is a strong person.

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Aug 6, 1999

I never doubted I was going to college, because everyone in my life guided me to reach that goal.

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Aug 6, 1999

Now is not the time to turn our backs on our children's future.

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Aug 6, 1999

We must instill in them the unshakable belief that if they work hard, they will be able to go on to college.

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Aug 5, 1999

Whether the Republican tax plan is sent to me today, tomorrow, next week, or next month, I will have no choice but to veto it immediately. It threatens Social Security and Medicare, makes it harder to pay off the debt, and imperils the…

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Aug 5, 1999

As a former Governor, I know how important it is for the American people that the Federal Government and State and local governments work together as partners. The Executive order on federalism I signed will strengthen our partnership with…

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