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 10, 1996

I hereby determine that an unforeseen emergency requires the immediate provision of assistance under Chapter 6 Part II of the Act;

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Dec 10, 1996

As we rejoice in the rich cultural heritage of the African American community during Kwanzaa, let us work together to ensure that the meaning and energy of this inspiring festival will remain with us throughout the coming year.

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Dec 10, 1996

The center can hold, the center has held, and the American people are demanding that it continue to do so.

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Dec 10, 1996

We must continue to invest and do more in medical and scientific research so that we can do great things that are plainly within our grasp.

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Dec 10, 1996

The hearts of millions of men and women across America and around the world rejoice as together we enter into the spirit of this uplifting holiday.

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Dec 10, 1996

We must strengthen our families and help our people to succeed at home and at work.

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Dec 10, 1996

Kwanzaa helps us celebrate the human experience and appreciate our many blessings.

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Dec 10, 1996

There are no more simple dividing lines between foreign and domestic in the world we're living in.

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Dec 10, 1996

We must mobilize people in every walk of life to meet those challenges.

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Dec 10, 1996

Let us go forward from that center to build our bridge to the 21st century.

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Dec 10, 1996

This Child was born to poor but loving parents in the small town of Bethlehem.

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Dec 10, 1996

We must bring the under class into the American mainstream, breaking the cycle of dependence and poverty.

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Dec 9, 1996

We must recognize that it is a violation of human rights when girls and women are sold into prostitution.

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Dec 9, 1996

It is, to say the least, an embarrassment that the United States has not done this, and there is no excuse for this situation to continue.

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Dec 9, 1996

I want to say again how grateful I am to the First Lady for going across the world to raise our concerns about this.

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Dec 9, 1996

Our Nation's commitment to the freedoms enumerated in the Bill of Rights serves as a beacon of hope to oppressed peoples everywhere.

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Dec 9, 1996

We live at a time when our most deeply held ideals are ascendant.

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Dec 9, 1996

I call upon the people of the United States to celebrate these observances with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that demonstrate our national commitment to the Constitution and the promotion of human rights for all people.

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Dec 9, 1996

The championing of democracy and human rights serves as a cornerstone of my Administration's foreign policy.

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Dec 7, 1996

She could spin across the stage faster than any other ballerina, but she did it with an ethereal grace that made it look effortless.

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Dec 7, 1996

His plays have invigorated the American theater and inspired a new generation of playwrights to do the same.

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