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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Feb 26, 1999

With this new rule, and with these three simple attachments, we can save lives and prevent up to 3,000 injuries a year.

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Feb 26, 1999

Togther we can work to make sure more Americans traveling on our roads, especially more young Americans, come safely home to their families and loved ones.

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Feb 25, 1999

Well, first of all, unless there is an agreement between both parties, we will not go in on the ground, because we didn't go in on the ground in Bosnia until we had an agreement--everybody had to agree--because we were a peacekeeping…

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Feb 25, 1999

I don't know; we'll see. You and I were talking before we started the interview about this new innovative program the Navy is doing, and I hope that the higher pay, plus the better retirement benefits, will make a difference in recruitment…

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Feb 25, 1999

Yes. I don't think--the family stress thing bothers me as much as anything right now, about where we are with the military. Military Budget Proposal Mrs. Cohen. What are some of the things that you took into account, the factors, the…

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Feb 25, 1999

Yes, I think they are. I think they are, I guess as open as you could ever be with someone who is in my position. I ask direct questions, and I always feel I'm getting direct answers. Rigors of Military Life Mrs. Cohen. What do you think…

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Feb 25, 1999

Well, I find them very confident, self-confident, and very forthcoming, very candid. Mrs. Cohen. Are they open with you?

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Feb 25, 1999

February 25, 1999 Hillary and I are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Virginia Foster Durr. Throughout this century, America's long march toward freedom and justice has been the achievement of countless Americans-- black and…

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Feb 25, 1999

Fact Sheet: Overview of Annual Presidential Certification of Major Drug Producing and Transit Countries

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Feb 25, 1999

That's the party that believes that no matter where you come from and what your circumstances, you ought to have an equal chance to live out your dream.

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Feb 25, 1999

I hereby determine that it is in the vital national interests of the United States to certify the following major illicit drug producing and/or major illicit drug transit countries: Cambodia, Haiti, Nigeria, and Paraguay.

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Feb 25, 1999

The best politics is to do the right thing by the American people.

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Feb 25, 1999

I hereby determine and certify that the following major illicit drug producing and/or major illicit drug transit countries/dependent territories have cooperated fully with the United States.

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Feb 25, 1999

I believe that for our party and our supporters, the best politics is doing the right thing.

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Feb 24, 1999

As Counselor to the President February 24, 1999 Paul Begala has been a close and trusted adviser since I first sought the Presidency. I value his advice; I appreciate his loyalty; and I treasure his friendship. I am grateful that he has…

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Feb 24, 1999

You can't imagine, as Congressman Kolbe said, what this weather looks like to us.

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Feb 24, 1999

The family stress thing bothers me as much as anything right now, about where we are with the military.

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Feb 24, 1999

They're part of a profound historic transformation in the world.

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Feb 24, 1999

Social Security is not just a retirement program; it's an insurance program.

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Feb 24, 1999

Most Americans do know and admire the fact that we have the best military in the world.

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Feb 24, 1999

This State is living proof that the great era of westward expansion did not end a century ago; it is still going on.

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Feb 24, 1999

I welcome the idea of greater flexibility for States and school districts.

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