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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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Oct 12, 2000

This is a very different country than it was 8 years ago, and Arkansas is in a lot better shape than it was 8 years ago.

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Oct 12, 2000

The United States Government must move quickly and purposefully so that consumers, industry, and Government agencies all reap the benefits of this third generation of wireless products and services.

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Oct 12, 2000

If we do this right, it will help ensure continued economic growth, the creation of new high-tech jobs, and the creation of exciting new Internet and telecommunications services.

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Oct 12, 2000

This Prize not only celebrates what President Kim has accomplished; it inspires those of us who cherish peace and freedom to help him realize his vision.

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Oct 12, 2000

Today I am pleased to sign an executive memorandum that will help ensure that America maintains its leadership in two of the most important technologies driving the U.S. economy— wireless telecommunications and the Internet.

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Oct 12, 2000

I hope you'll all say a prayer for us tonight, and I hope you'll forgive me for not being there.

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Oct 12, 2000

I think that ought to be called the Ross Bridge, if we ever get it built.

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Oct 11, 2000

This Convention is a critical new weapon in the campaign against the scourge of international terrorism.

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Oct 11, 2000

I call upon all Americans to observe this centennial celebration with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities in honor of those patriots, past and present, who have played a part in the rich history of the U.S. Navy Submarine…

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Oct 11, 2000

Matthew's death has been a call to action to many across the country committed to doing more to prevent and prosecute hate crimes.

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Oct 11, 2000

It is the policy of the executive branch to recruit qualified individuals from appropriate sources in an effort to achieve a workforce drawn from all segments of society.

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Oct 11, 2000

I hereby order, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff.

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Oct 11, 2000

The victory of freedom in Serbia is one of the most hopeful developments in Europe since the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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Oct 11, 2000

I will continue to fight to make sure this important work gets done.

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Oct 11, 2000

I hope that all countries will become Parties to this Convention at the earliest possible time.

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Oct 11, 2000

I strongly condemn the murder of Israeli soldiers in Ram Allah today.

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Oct 11, 2000

Unfortunately, just last week, the Republican leadership—denying the will of a bipartisan majority in both the House and the Senate—stripped hate crimes legislation from the Department of Defense Authorization bill.

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Oct 11, 2000

I have directed the Department of the Treasury and the Department of State to take immediate steps to begin lifting the trade and financial sanctions imposed against Serbia.

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Oct 11, 2000

This action is wrong, and the will of the majority should be respected.

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Oct 11, 2000

Today I am pleased to sign into law H.R. 4931, the 'Presidential Transition Act of 2000.'

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Oct 11, 2000

I am pleased to sign into law H.R. 4115, which would permanently authorize the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

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