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 14, 1996

I'm proud that child support collections are up by 40 percent in the last 3 years.

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Jun 14, 1996

I am deeply outraged by the bomb explosion today at a shopping center in Manchester, England, which injured scores of innocent people, some very seriously.

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Jun 14, 1996

A good, strong father can make the difference between a lifetime of disappointment and anger and a lifetime of fulfillment.

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Jun 14, 1996

On behalf of the American people, Hillary and I extend our deepest sympathies to the victims and their families.

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Jun 13, 1996

A. Vernon Weaver, of Arkansas, to be the Representative of the U.S. to the European Union, with the rank and status of Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary.

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Jun 13, 1996

I hereby certify that it is in the national interest to suspend the application of the following provisions of law until August 12, 1996.

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Jun 12, 1996

I think that we knew, all of us, from the beginning that these would be difficult talks.

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Jun 12, 1996

I reaffirm my pledge to the people of Ireland: We will do all we can to help to realize the bright future of peace that is the birthright of every child of Ireland, North and South.

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Jun 12, 1996

Today we celebrate all these ties and others that go to the deepest part of our life and character as a nation.

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Jun 12, 1996

I don't know whether it's possible to actually equal Irish hospitality, but we're determined to try.

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Jun 12, 1996

I want to thank the FBI and the local law enforcement officials and say I am very, very proud of them.

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Jun 12, 1996

Ireland is playing an even greater role on the world stage to the benefit of nations everywhere.

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Jun 12, 1996

The love and joy that unites us is far, far broader and stronger than the sea which divides us.

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