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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Dec 20, 2000

I am very disappointed that the Congress has not provided $255 million as requested for the Fathers Work/Families Win initiative.

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Dec 20, 2000

I have signed into law H.R. 4577, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY 2001.

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Dec 19, 2000

This attitude... helps to explain how he has marvelously, miraculously continued to compose, arrange, teach, and perform music that speaks to the human soul.

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Dec 19, 2000

Despite the concerns detailed above, I am approving H.R. 3514.

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Dec 19, 2000

I have a special feeling about the arts and humanities because in politics, we are always concerned with the moment.

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Dec 19, 2000

I hope that in the years ahead, the work we honor today will become more important to every single American citizen.

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Dec 19, 2000

The decision by Prime Minister Vajpayee that India will continue the ceasefire it initiated last month in Kashmir is an important step forward.

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Dec 19, 2000

He is an astonishing musician, and we thank him for sharing his gifts with us.

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Dec 19, 2000

It is appropriate to extend limitations on the use of health information to all situations in which the government obtains medical records for a health oversight purpose.

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Dec 19, 2000

By making us more self-aware and more human, they make us more likely to understand our neighbors.

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Dec 19, 2000

I welcome today's announcements by both India and Pakistan aimed at reducing tensions in Kashmir.

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Dec 19, 2000

Today we thank this baker's son for raising the hopes and dreams of his people.

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Dec 19, 2000

I can hardly believe this is the eighth and last event like this that I will have a chance to preside over.

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Dec 18, 2000

Unfortunately, this bill is not balanced reform and it omits critical language to require accountability and responsibility from those who unlawfully bar access to legal health services.

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Dec 18, 2000

I would have signed a balanced bankruptcy reform bill that addressed known abuses, without tilting the playing field against those debtors who genuinely turn to bankruptcy for a fresh start.

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Dec 17, 2000

We are making great strides in ensuring that our diplomatic activities are responsive to the needs and priorities of host countries.

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Dec 17, 2000

I am providing this supplemental report, consistent with the War Powers Resolution, to help ensure that the Congress is kept fully informed on continued U.S. contributions in support of peacekeeping efforts in Kosovo.

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Dec 17, 2000

The U.S. and the EU urge the pharmaceutical industry to make drugs for HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis more affordable.

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Dec 15, 2000

I was so profoundly grateful that my Counsel was so strong and wise and good and that he believed so profoundly in our Constitution and rule of law.

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Dec 12, 2000

Bringing environmental issues into the mainstream of our trade policy has been a top priority for my administration.

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Dec 12, 2000

I do not believe you want Northern Ireland ever again to be a place where tomorrow's dreams are clouded by yesterday's nightmares.

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