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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Jun 23, 1996

This is the country of the Olympic torch where citizens who are real citizens are the heroes of America.

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Jun 23, 1996

I herewith report one revised deferral of budgetary resources, totaling $7.4 million.

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Jun 23, 1996

I believe no great nation has ever done well without giving more and more people the opportunities to succeed if they're willing to be responsible for it.

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Jun 23, 1996

I'm saving a seat for him at the Chicago convention this year.

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Jun 23, 1996

This country's transition to the 21st century, to the new economy, to the new world we're living in is a work in progress.

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Jun 23, 1996

I call upon all the people of the United States to join me in observing this tribute to the CDC.

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Jun 23, 1996

We have been understating the economic achievements of this administration.

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Jun 22, 1996

It is in the national interest of the United States to terminate the suspensions under section 902(a) of the Act.

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Jun 21, 1996

I say we should stand up for the notion that America will be stronger in the global economy of the 21st century if we give our people clean air, clean water, safe streets, a solid education system, if we honor our commitment to our…

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Jun 21, 1996

We respect people's rights, but there is no right greater than a parent's right to raise a child in safety and love.

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Jun 20, 1996

The people of Texas are better off today than they were 4 years ago.

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Jun 20, 1996

It is in the U.S. national interest to help bring peace to Bosnia.

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Jun 20, 1996

I announced my intention to nominate Patricia M. McMahon to be Deputy Director for Demand Reduction at the Office of National Drug Control Policy.

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Jun 20, 1996

I think we've got a stronger, better America because of that.

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Jun 20, 1996

Honoring and supporting the concerns of family members in the workplace is vital to good government and to a productive work force.

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Jun 20, 1996

I intend to fight for the electoral votes and the support of the people of Texas.

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Jun 20, 1996

Patricia M. McMahon, of New Hampshire, to be Deputy Director for Demand Reduction, Office of National Drug Control Policy, vice Fred W. Garcia.

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Jun 20, 1996

I will never forget that no organization in America stood with the First Lady and with our administration more strongly when we fought to give health care to all Americans.

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