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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Jun 7, 1998

The American people deserve the ultimate credit for anything that's achieved in this country.

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Jun 7, 1998

Drugs are every nation's problem, and every nation must act to fight them on the streets, around the kitchen table, and around the world.

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Jun 5, 1998

I would just like to say that I very much appreciate the work that you're doing at the institute to teach the Russian children about the environment and how we have to preserve it. Most adults in all industrial countries were raised to…

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Jun 5, 1998

Robert Kennedy would wish us not to dwell upon his loss but to celebrate his life and carry on his legacy.

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Jun 5, 1998

The Senate should do nothing else until it passes tobacco legislation, and it should pass it this week.

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Jun 4, 1998

H.R. 2709 would weaken the United States ability to persuade the international community to halt such transfers to Iran.

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Jun 4, 1998

At the same time, the bill funds crucial agricultural research, crop insurance, and rural development priorities which will strengthen the farm safety net and enhance the quality of life in rural America.

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Jun 4, 1998

Yvette Kane, of Pennsylvania, to be U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, vice Edwin M. Kosik, retired.

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Jun 4, 1998

I urge all Americans to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that celebrate the rewards of homeownership.

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Jun 4, 1998

It made a huge impression on me because most people wouldn't think that you could learn that much about life living alone.

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Jun 4, 1998

I call upon the House of Representatives to take it up and get down to the serious business of reducing youth smoking in this country.

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Jun 4, 1998

This legislation restores benefits to thousands of deserving legal immigrants who will now be able to rely on much-needed food stamp assistance.

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Jun 4, 1998

I would like to congratulate Representatives Smith and Stenholm for their excellent work in crafting and stewarding through the House this important legislation.

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Jun 4, 1998

Homeownership has always been the foundation of the American Dream.

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Jun 4, 1998

Thomas J. Whelan, of California, to be U.S. District Judge for the Southern District of California, vice John S. Rhoades, Sr., retired.

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Jun 4, 1998

I look forward to working with Representatives Hansen, Meehan, Waxman and all of their House colleagues to improve this bill.

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Jun 4, 1998

That no one can pursue self-interest and material things devoid of a heart or a spirit.

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Jun 3, 1998

Thank you. Let's give him a hand; he was great. [Applause] I want you to know that I still have Stephen's sweatshirt, and I'll have it with me forever to remember when I first met him and I first met City Year. You keep it with you…

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Jun 3, 1998

Trade Status for Belarus June 3, 1998 To the Congress of the United States: I hereby transmit the document referred to in subsection 402(d)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``Act''), with respect to the continuation of a waiver…

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Jun 3, 1998

Trade Status for China June 3, 1998 To the Congress of the United States: I hereby transmit the document referred to in subsection 402(d)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974, as amended (the ``Act''), with respect to the continuation of a waiver…

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