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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 26, 1996

By making clear that drunk and drugged driving is unacceptable and by resolving firmly to stop it, we can prevent thousands of tragic deaths and injuries each year.

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Nov 26, 1996

We must not only redouble our efforts to educate those in this age group about the terrible risks posed by drunk and drugged driving, but we must also strengthen our law enforcement efforts to make clear that this behavior will not be…

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Nov 26, 1996

We can all be grateful, therefore, that there will be one less turkey in Washington, DC, tomorrow.

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Nov 26, 1996

I am going to keep at least one turkey off of the Thanksgiving dinner table by giving a pardon to a turkey from Ohio.

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Nov 26, 1996

The need for these funds is urgent and was not foreseen in the appropriation and programming of the FY 1997 Migration and Refugee Assistance funds.

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Nov 25, 1996

The tax treaty we are about to sign brings to a close 15 years of negotiations and opens a new era of trade and investment between Thailand and the United States.

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Nov 25, 1996

It is within our grasp to virtually eradicate pediatric HIV disease by the end of this century.

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Nov 25, 1996

You have proved that human resources matter the most if people are free to invent, to trade, and to dream.

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Nov 25, 1996

Each day, 100 of our fellow citizens lose their lives to this disease, and nearly 200 more are diagnosed with AIDS.

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Nov 25, 1996

I have further found that a satisfactory balance of concessions in trade and services has been maintained during the life of the Agreement on Trade Relations between the United States of America and the Republic of Tajikistan.

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Nov 25, 1996

The 21st century can be a time of remarkable possibility if we give people an opportunity to make the most of their potential.

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Nov 25, 1996

We dedicate World AIDS Day to the memory of those we have lost to HIV and AIDS and to our quest to help those who are living with this disease.

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Nov 24, 1996

And I played it, too. Prime Minister Hashimoto. What should I do about that? I think you're giving me more difficult questions than you're giving to the President. Well, it's a diplomatic secret. [Laughter]

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Nov 24, 1996

Well, I'm sure you've gotten a report. I think it went very well. It was a good meeting, and I think that the next steps were appropriate.

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Nov 22, 1996

It is hereby declared to be the policy of the Federal Government to promote the donation of excess apparently wholesome food.

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Nov 22, 1996

Ultimately, all Americans must take responsibility to help our fellow citizens in need.

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Nov 22, 1996

I want to ensure that it is the Federal Government's policy to promote food recovery.

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Nov 21, 1996

Our work together on the International Coral Reef Initiative is a shining example of what we can achieve.

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Nov 21, 1996

The White House announced that the President invited President Eduardo Frei of Chile to the White House for a state visit on February 26.

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Nov 21, 1996

Protecting the environment and promoting human progress are not incompatible goals; they go hand in hand.

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Nov 20, 1996

I believe that--let me just say this. I believe that everyone will have to deal with that in his or her own way. But one of the things I would urge you to do, remembering what happened to Mr. Jewell in Atlanta, remembering what has…

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Nov 20, 1996

Well, for one thing, one of the things that we have learned the hard way is that when you release something as soon as you have it, then somebody is always saying, ``Well, why didn't you release something else?'' I don't personally see any…

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Nov 20, 1996

Well, Deputy Secretary Talbott has already met with the Russians about this, number one. Number two, this is the direct result of the tightening of the system. This arrest comes because of the new cooperation that I ordered between the CIA…

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Nov 20, 1996

Yes. And we will have a press conference later and answer all your questions. We want to. Prime Minister Howard. Yes, you'll have a good run. [Laughter] President's Visit

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