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 4, 1996

I know firsthand that Madeleine Albright has the instincts, the intelligence, the skill, and the strength to lead American foreign policy in this time.

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Dec 4, 1996

She got the job because I believe, amid a list of truly outstanding people, she had the best combination of qualities to succeed and to serve our country at this moment in history.

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Dec 4, 1996

At Christmas and throughout the year the greatest gift of all we can give our own children is to make their world more safe, more peaceful, and more possible for them to make the most of their God-given potential.

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Dec 4, 1996

Today the fact that our Nation is at peace, our economy is strong, and we are making real progress in seizing the opportunities, meeting the challenges of the 21st century.

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Dec 4, 1996

There is no question that Ambassador Albright is supremely qualified for this job.

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Dec 4, 1996

I think he is uniquely well-qualified at this moment in history for the reasons that I said.

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Dec 3, 1996

Thank you, Mr. Mayor. I know you've got some other community leaders there, and let me just say to all of them, we're pulling for you. We appreciate what you're going through. We want to be here to support you. We know that you can realize…

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Dec 3, 1996

From the snows of New Hampshire in 1991 until the present day, no one has rendered me better advice, nor given more loyal service to this Nation, than George Stephanopoulos.

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Dec 3, 1996

I herewith report seven new deferrals of budgetary resources, totaling $3.5 billion.

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Dec 3, 1996

There's no one in Washington who has a better understanding of the intersection of politics, policy, and the way those affect the American people.

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Dec 3, 1996

His boundless intellectual curiosity will be put to good use, shaping the leadership of the future.

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Dec 3, 1996

His work here at the White House is evidence of his deep respect for our country, its system of government, and its people.

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Dec 2, 1996

I hereby determine, based on all relevant information available to the United States Government, that the Government of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam continues to cooperate in full faith with the United States in four areas of…

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Dec 2, 1996

I am very impressed by the work you've done, Mr. Mayor, and those who are supporting you.

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Dec 2, 1996

We appreciate what you're going through. We want to be here to support you.

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Dec 2, 1996

I wish to reaffirm my continuing personal commitment to the entire POW/MIA community, especially to the immediate families, relatives, friends, and supporters of these brave individuals.

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Dec 2, 1996

We know this is your challenge and your future, but we think we've got a good plan, and we want to be a good partner.

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Dec 2, 1996

The privileges and immunities set forth in the Annex are extended to the personnel and institutions described therein

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Dec 1, 1996

The humanitarian situation in Rwanda and the Great Lakes region of eastern Zaire has been a continuing source of international concern.

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Dec 1, 1996

I can think of no better way to begin this season of hope than by presenting the Congressional Space Medal to Dr. Shannon Lucid.

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