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 30, 1998

I have given Congress a plan for smaller classes, better-trained teachers, and more modern schools.

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Aug 30, 1998

I recommend that the Senate give early and favorable consideration to the Treaty.

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Aug 27, 1998

The White House announced the President's intention to nominate former Gov. Michael Sullivan of Wyoming to be U.S. Ambassador to Ireland.

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Aug 27, 1998

I remember weeping uncontrollably during Martin Luther King's speech.

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Aug 27, 1998

Transcript of a press briefing by National Security Adviser Samuel Berger, Deputy National Security Adviser Jim Steinberg, Deputy Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, and Ambassador at Large for the Newly Independent States Steve Sestanovich…

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Aug 27, 1998

Transcript of a press briefing by Deputy Press Secretary Barry Toiv.

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Aug 27, 1998

Our country is a much, much better place because of the road John Lewis has walked.

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Aug 27, 1998

You can't get there unless you're willing to forgive your enemies.

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Aug 27, 1998

Whenever possible, peace and nonviolence is always the right thing to do.

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Aug 26, 1998

This guide can make a difference in the lives of our children.

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Aug 26, 1998

I am confident that all of the Vice President's actions were legal and proper and that any review will conclude that.

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Aug 26, 1998

This is an important step forward in our struggle against terrorism, but there is a long road ahead.

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Aug 26, 1998

No matter what it takes, how long it takes, or where it takes us, we will bring to justice those responsible for the murder and maiming of American citizens.

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Aug 26, 1998

Unless we make our communities, our schools, and our children safe, prosperity doesn't mean very much.

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Aug 26, 1998

We will continue to pursue all those who helped plan, finance, and carry out the attacks on our Embassies in Kenya and Tanzania.

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Aug 26, 1998

It is not a time to rest on our laurels but to use the confidence, the resources, and the understanding we have acquired for the last 6 years to face the long-term challenges of this country.

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Aug 26, 1998

This Police Corps is an incredible example of what we can do when we put progress ahead of partisanship.

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Aug 25, 1998

We reaffirm our unshakeable friendship and support for them and for all of the people of South Africa and Uganda.

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Aug 25, 1998

We are grateful for the generous response and will do what we can to assist South Africa and Uganda in the wake of these senseless acts.

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