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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 16, 1998

We must lift the veil of secrecy on the tobacco industry so that all Americans understand that there is an epidemic of teen smoking and how it came about.

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Jul 16, 1998

To serve as Commissioner of the Administration on Children, Youth, and Families at the Department of Health and Human Services.

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Jul 15, 1998

I determined and reported to the Congress that Albania is not in violation of the freedom of emigration criteria of sections 402 and 409 of the Trade Act of 1974.

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Jul 15, 1998

Of particular importance, the EU nations expressly acknowledged that the Cuban Government's expropriation of property from U.S. citizens appears to have been contrary to international law.

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Jul 15, 1998

The international effort to promote 'best business practices' in Cuba is also advancing.

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Jul 15, 1998

H.R. 3130 will build on this progress and help ensure that parents give their children all the support they need and deserve.

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Jul 15, 1998

We must not allow those with the most desperate housing needs to be left out in the name of housing reform.

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Jul 15, 1998

Our party has always had a mission of being the instrument of progress.

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Jul 15, 1998

The resolution of the crisis and conflict in the former Yugoslavia that has resulted from the actions and policies of the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro), and of the Bosnian Serb forces and the…

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Jul 15, 1998

I shall continue to exercise the powers at my disposal with respect to the measures against the Government of the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (Serbia and Montenegro), and the Bosnian Serb forces, civil authorities, and entities, as long…

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Jul 15, 1998

Building on the Pope's important visit, European Union (EU) member states have reiterated their commitment to democratic transition in Cuba.

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Jul 15, 1998

You did it so we could continue to move this country forward.

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Jul 15, 1998

I have made this decision because of my strong commitment to implementing the Act in a way that best advances U.S. national interests and hastens a peaceful transition to democracy in Cuba.

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Jul 15, 1998

We belong to a party because we think it offers us the best vehicle to do what we think is right for our country.

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Jul 15, 1998

Suspension for 6 months beyond August 1, 1998, of the right to bring an action under title III of the Act is necessary to the national interests of the United States

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Jul 15, 1998

Today, I am pleased to sign into law H.R. 3130, the 'Child Support Performance and Incentive Act of 1998.'

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Jul 15, 1998

The allocation is simply insufficient to make the necessary investments in programs funded by this bill.

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Jul 15, 1998

We and our allies agree on the importance of promoting democracy, human rights, and fundamental freedoms in Cuba.

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Jul 15, 1998

The January visit of His Holiness John Paul II inspired the Cuban people and gave encouragement to the Cuban Catholic Church and Cuban advocates for democratic change.

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Jul 15, 1998

I have continued for another year the national emergency declared on May 30, 1992, as expanded in scope on October 25, 1994.

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