Bill Clinton

To be an Associate Judge of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia for the term of 15 years, vice Richard Stephen Salzman, term expired

We should not waste one single day preventing something from being done when we have areas of common agreement.

To be a member of the Board of Directors of the Tennessee Valley Authority for a term expiring May 18, 2005 (reappointment)

There is no better symbol of our country's values and traditions than the Flag of the United States of America.

Let us pledge allegiance to this flag to declare our patriotism and raise its colors high to express our pride and respect for the American way of life.

To be Administrator of the Panama Canal Commission, vice Gilberto Guardia Fabrega, resigned

I don't think any President has ever been more sensitive to the fundamental human concerns or the legitimate interests of gay Americans than I have.

Anything that restores civility to this debate is a positive thing, and I applaud him for saying that.

The White House announced that the President has invited President Glafcos Clerides of Cyprus to Washington for a working visit on June 18.

We are working very hard to get to the bottom of this.

To be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Switzerland

I said we would cut the deficit in half; the deficit will be cut by more than half in 4 years.

I commend Prime Ministers Major and Bruton for the perseverance and determination that they have shown in the cause of peace.

Let the voters resolve the differences; let us do what we have in common.

I am a living example of the power of homeownership to strengthen families and build better futures.

I welcome this agreement, which will enable the negotiation of a comprehensive and lasting settlement to the conflict that has plagued generations.

I believe this would be a mistake.

My hopes and prayers are with them as they begin to forge a bright and prosperous future for the children of both of Ireland's vibrant traditions.

It's not an excuse not to go on and balance the budget.

Anything we can do to facilitate people buying their own homes will increase savings in America, increase security, and support families.

We're trying to get—I think about 3.7 million new homeowners since I became President.

Today's announcement by the British and Irish Governments on the arrangements for the June 10 negotiations on Northern Ireland marks another historic step toward a brighter future for the people.

Homeownership is now at a 15-year high.

I call once again for a restoration of the IRA cease-fire which will enable the talks to be fully inclusive.

I want to thank all of you for being here— the other families who are here.