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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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Jul 17, 1998

Well, in a larger sense, I am spoken for on that by Mr. Kendall. I think the facts speak for themselves. I think--again, I say you've got to consider the source of that comment. Press Secretary Mike McCurry. Last question. U.S. Trade…

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Jul 17, 1998

I think you have to consider the source of that comment. And that is simply not true. The judge should--can have a right to his legal opinion about what the Treasury Department and Justice Department said, but I have told you that this…

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Jul 17, 1998

Well, they believe--that is, the Treasury Department and the Secret Service, based on their experience not just with me but with all the Presidents, in the institutional memory of the Secret Service--they believe that. And so, they are…

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Jul 17, 1998

This is the largest legislative package that's passed in Washington so far this week. [Laughter] And I thank you very much. Thank you. I will have our people review this for good ideas. [Laughter] Now, go ahead. Helen [Helen Thomas, United…

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Jul 17, 1998

That's wonderful. Thank you. [At this point, Alana Aldag, president, 1998 Girls Nation Session, made brief remarks and presented to the President legislation passed by the 1998 Girls Nation Senate.]

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Jul 17, 1998

I'll answer questions, but let's do--let us finish the program, and then I'll answer a few questions. That'll be fun for them; they'll see a little press conference here. [Laughter] Okay, you've got the floor. [At this point, Jennifer…

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Jul 17, 1998

We must pay our dues to the International Monetary Fund so that our people can sell their products abroad.

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Jul 17, 1998

I have tried to give the Democratic Party new ideas based on old values.

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Jul 17, 1998

We came forward in that campaign in '91 and '92 with a set of new ideas.

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Jul 17, 1998

To restore the American dream, to fight for the forgotten middle class, to provide more opportunity, insist on more responsibility, and create a greater sense of community for our great country.

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Jul 17, 1998

It's not just important to get the right people; it matters if you're doing the right things.

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Jul 17, 1998

We believe in people over power, and progress over partisanship.

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Jul 17, 1998

If on Inauguration Day in 1993, someone had told you that within 5 1/2 years America would have 16 million new jobs and the lowest unemployment rate in 28 years, would you have said, 'I will accept that and be glad for the next 5 years for…

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Jul 17, 1998

The point I want to make to you as Democrats in Arkansas is that it’s important to get the right people; it matters if you’re doing the right things.

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Jul 17, 1998

Today I am acting within my full authority as President to take immediate steps to help our family farmers and to reduce crop surpluses at home.

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Jul 17, 1998

With prices for many farm products plummeting, America's farm families face a crisis, and we have an obligation to help.

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Jul 17, 1998

I am profoundly grateful for everything you've done for me and for our family.

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Jul 17, 1998

Don't you think at least we ought to look at the bank balance for a week or two before we start spending it again?

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Jul 16, 1998

George McDade Staples, of Kentucky, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Rwanda.

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Jul 16, 1998

I think we can prove that we can grow the economy and improve the environment at the same time.

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Jul 16, 1998

To serve as General Counsel at the Department of Agriculture.

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Jul 16, 1998

To serve as Deputy Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

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