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 16, 1998

I did not have sexual relations with that woman, Miss Lewinsky.

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Aug 16, 1998

This is not an appropriate role for an office whose primary mission is to develop and oversee broad procurement policies.

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Aug 14, 1998

They represented America not simply by their deeds but by their character.

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Aug 14, 1998

They did not want us to give in to terror or to turn inward or retreat.

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Aug 14, 1998

Today's terrorist bombing in Omagh was a barbaric act intended to wreck Northern Ireland's aspirations for peace and reconciliation.

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Aug 14, 1998

We must continue to lead the world toward peace, freedom, and prosperity.

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Aug 14, 1998

Our administration will remain committed to the fight against terror.

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Aug 14, 1998

I condemn this butchery and hope that the culprits will be brought to justice quickly.

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Aug 14, 1998

I renew my pledge to stand with the people of Northern Ireland against the perpetrators of violence; they will find no friends here.

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Aug 14, 1998

I extend our deep sympathy to those affected by this tragedy.

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Aug 14, 1998

Now is the time for the parties of peace in Northern Ireland to redouble their efforts.

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Aug 14, 1998

I ask all our citizens to say a prayer for them and to express gratitude for their service.

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Aug 13, 1998

On behalf of all the American people, I extend our deepest condolences to the families and the friends of those Kenyans and Tanzanians who perished in the tragic attacks in Nairobi and Dar es Salaam.

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Aug 13, 1998

Violent extremists try to use bullets and bombs to derail our united efforts to bring peace to every part of this Earth.

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Aug 13, 1998

I think, based on the experience of ordinary people this summer, that would be a mistake.

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Aug 13, 1998

If the leadership in Congress would act responsibly, it would enact bipartisan comprehensive tobacco legislation to confirm the FDA's authority and take this matter out of the courtroom.

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Aug 13, 1998

I am honored to address you, the people of Kenya and Tanzania.

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Aug 13, 1998

Finding the Government of Iraq in unacceptable and material breach of its international obligations

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Aug 13, 1998

I am proud that our nations have also renewed our commitment to stand together, to bring the offenders swiftly to justice, to combat terrorism in all its forms.

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Aug 13, 1998

Today I am pleased to announce that additional relief is on the way to thousands directly impacted by the heat wave in the South and Southwest.

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