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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Nov 11, 2000

We have lost a dear friend, and the Middle East has lost a friend of peace.

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Nov 10, 2000

May the light of freedom that will stand at the center of this memorial inspire every person who sees it to keep the flame of freedom forever burning in the eyes of our children.

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Nov 10, 2000

Fortunately, there are steps we can take now to help avert these threats to our future.

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Nov 8, 2000

Creation of the Northeast Home Heating Oil Reserve was a priority of my Administration.

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Nov 7, 2000

No American will ever be able to seriously say again, 'My vote doesn't count.'

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Nov 6, 2000

It extends the Secretary's authority to acquire fractional interests, of 2 percent or less, for tribal consolidation.

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Nov 6, 2000

Adoption allows children to have the permanent homes they deserve.

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Nov 5, 2000

I am particularly pleased that this legislation funds our landmark initiative to provide debt relief to the poorest of the world's nations.

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Nov 5, 2000

I reaffirm our commitment to tribal sovereignty, self-determination, and self-government.

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Nov 4, 2000

I continue to call on the Congress to provide a $3,000 tax credit for the millions of Americans with long-term care needs and the families who care for them.

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Nov 4, 2000

Do you want to build on the prosperity and keep it going; do you want to build on the social progress and keep it going?

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Nov 4, 2000

All Americans owe a debt of gratitude to the family caregivers among us.

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Nov 4, 2000

Here's the problem: 1.6 tax cut, 1 Social Security privatization, .5 spending equals 3.1.

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Nov 3, 2000

Medical decisions should be made by doctors and nurses, not accountants.

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Nov 3, 2000

Public discussion is a political duty; and that this should be a fundamental principle of the American government.

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Nov 3, 2000

I think the main—anybody that doesn't want to get involved, I think it's because the issues aren't as clear as they should be.

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