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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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Jun 26, 1998

First, I think this debate and discussion today has been a healthy thing and a good thing.

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Jun 26, 1998

The United States and China recognize the importance of the Amended Protocol II to the Convention on Conventional Weapons in addressing humanitarian concerns resulting from the indiscriminate use of landmines.

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Jun 26, 1998

I will also argue that in this global information age, when economic success is built on ideas, personal freedom is necessary to the innovation and creativity that are essential to the greatness of any modern nation.

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Jun 26, 1998

We will continue to bolster global nuclear nonproliferation efforts.

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Jun 26, 1998

China is no longer the same country it was when President Nixon first came here 26 years ago.

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Jun 25, 1998

Last week's PRIDE survey showed that we are beginning to change the attitudes and behavior of our children, and that is a step in the right direction. Today's Pulse Check shows that the work of America's parents, teachers, and public…

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Jun 25, 1998

Whenever there is an election and the people decide, everyone wins.

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Jun 25, 1998

To extend the legislative authority for the Board of Regents of Gunston Hall to establish a memorial to honor George Mason

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Jun 25, 1998

I'm concerned about her health, and I hope that she gets better now.

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Jun 25, 1998

Your achievements are a window for all the world to see what local democracy has brought to China.

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Jun 25, 1998

I transmit herewith for Senate advice and consent to ratification the Convention Between the United States of America and the Republic of Estonia for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to…

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Jun 25, 1998

We Americans respect your devotion to family, to education, to work, your respect for the land and for your heritage.

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Jun 25, 1998

It makes it all the more important that we continue to work with the Chinese and to engage them.

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Jun 25, 1998

Most Chinese enjoy a higher standard of living than at any time in China's history.

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Jun 25, 1998

Religious Liberty and Charitable Donation Protection Act of 1998

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Jun 25, 1998

I think it's obvious that there will be no change in our position one way or the other on this trip.

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Jun 25, 1998

Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998

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Jun 25, 1998

I found the reports disturbing, and I've asked Ambassador Sasser to raise it with the Chinese authorities.

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Jun 25, 1998

I hope very much that the Congress will not use this decision to move away from the path of fiscal discipline.

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Jun 24, 1998

At the arrival ceremony, which is--well, you know where it is, right off Tiananmen Square. There is no speech, it is just--you know, and by the way, the United States is the only country that I'm aware of where we have little remarks at…

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Jun 24, 1998

Not at this time because of the level of direct involvement between the North and the South and because right now it wouldn't be consistent at this moment, at least with the nature of the four-party relationship, where it's a partnership…

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