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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Mar 2, 1998

The continued presence of U.S. armed forces... is required in order to meet the national security interests of the United States.

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Mar 2, 1998

I am convinced that the NATO-led force—and U.S. participation in it—can be progressively reduced as conditions continue to improve.

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Mar 2, 1998

Representative Esteban Torres has dedicated himself to bettering the lives of his constituents and Hispanic-Americans across the country.

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Mar 2, 1998

We have learned from hard experience... that America's security and Europe's stability are intimately linked.

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Mar 2, 1998

I transmit herewith the 32nd Annual Report of the Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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Mar 2, 1998

Agencies shall create activities and programs, continuing throughout the year, that will engage customers in a discussion about how to improve Government service.

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Mar 2, 1998

He taught us that even the expanses of two great oceans could not shield America from danger or absolve America from responsibility.

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Mar 2, 1998

I thank you for your vital support in bringing this important message to America's young people.

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Mar 2, 1998

Lowering the legal limit to .08 will not prevent adults from enjoying alcoholic beverages.

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Mar 2, 1998

America must work to secure this kind of freedom with our allies and friends whenever possible, alone if absolutely necessary.

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Mar 2, 1998

For the first time, the Federal Government's customers have been asked what they want and have been told that they have a right to expect first-class service.

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Mar 2, 1998

Together, we enacted into law the Drug-Free Communities Act of 1997.

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Mar 1, 1998

Thank you for the work that all of you have done in giving America the highest homeownership rate in the history of the Republic.

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Mar 1, 1998

President Kennedy made us believe that in public service you could fight for the things that ought to be fought for.

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Mar 1, 1998

Women's history in America has been the story of the struggle of women of all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to be included in that simple but powerful statement.

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Mar 1, 1998

I encourage all Americans to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

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Mar 1, 1998

It was the product of a remarkable concerted endeavor by tens of millions of Americans.

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Mar 1, 1998

I have done what I could to advance the cause of citizen service.

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Mar 1, 1998

We must also do more to help Americans save for their own retirement.

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