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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Jun 29, 1999

No American should have to choose between fighting infections and fighting hunger, between skipping doses and skipping meals, between staying healthy and paying the rent.

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Jun 28, 1999

Well, I think they can know that we can coax them, and we can stand with them, and we can support them, and we can bring them benefits in all kinds of ways after this is resolved. But in the end, the leaders have to decide. Their people…

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Jun 28, 1999

I think we should achieve these objectives. Within the framework of achieving these objectives, obviously, I'll be working with the Congress to achieve them. Thank you. Arkansas Senate Seat

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Jun 28, 1999

Let us strive to honor that ideal today and every day by building a world where every individual can make the most of his or her talents and know what it truly means to live and breathe free.

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Jun 28, 1999

Nobody would devise a Medicare program today, if we were starting all over, without including a prescription drug benefit.

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Jun 28, 1999

Michael Hooker devoted his life to improving higher education, not only in North Carolina but all over America.

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Jun 28, 1999

I was saddened to learn of the death of University of North Carolina Chancellor Michael Hooker.

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Jun 28, 1999

Michael Hooker represented the very best in our education system, and the very best in public service.

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Jun 28, 1999

I believe our generation has begun to meet that sacred duty, for at the dawn of a new century, America is clearly a nation in renewal.

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Jun 28, 1999

Today I asked you here so that I could announce the details of our plan to secure and modernize Medicare for the 21st century.

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Jun 28, 1999

At a time of soaring surpluses, no senior should wind up in the hospital for skimping on their medication to save money.

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Jun 28, 1999

I transmit herewith for Senate advice and consent to ratification the Convention Between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the Republic of Venezuela for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention…

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Jun 28, 1999

Life without Medicare is what we actually could get unless we act soon to strengthen this vital program.

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Jun 27, 1999

I'm proud of the fact that the Democratic Party has been clearly and unambiguously for the elimination of all forms of discrimination.

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Jun 27, 1999

I think that all the parties should fully comply with the terms of the Good Friday accords.

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Jun 27, 1999

I believe that on that score, Mr. Trimble is satisfied in these talks with whatever commitment is made.

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Jun 27, 1999

It would be terrible to let it come apart now, before we get to see and feel how it really works.

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Jun 27, 1999

I really came over here just to have a chance to shake hands and say hello.

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Jun 27, 1999

We can do something about elderly women, who are more poor than the rest of the elderly population.

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Jun 27, 1999

They can find a way to do this if they decide that the price of failure is far higher than the price of compromise.

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