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 5, 1996

I know that he and his colleagues will again make a major contribution to the peace process.

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Jun 5, 1996

I want to have 8 million Americans able to say two of the most beautiful words in the English language, 'Welcome home.'

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Jun 5, 1996

The parties have a real chance to set aside the past and negotiate a future of hope and promise, justice and peace.

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Jun 4, 1996

Export Administration Act of 1979 June 4, 1996 To the Congress of the United States: As required by section 204 of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1703(c)) and section 401(c) of the National Emergencies Act (50…

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Jun 4, 1996

Let us all rededicate ourselves to this ideal; let us pledge to do all we can to give the Fulbright program to future generations of aspiring young people across the globe.

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Jun 4, 1996

I have proposed a new pension plan targeted to the needs of small businesses—the National Employee Savings Trust (NEST).

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Jun 4, 1996

The very modest request for funds to further the reduction of North Korea's nuclear weapons capacity, has been cut in half.

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Jun 4, 1996

I congratulate Joe Califano, the president of CASA, and the center for their fine work in combating substance abuse.

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Jun 4, 1996

I am confident that our Navy will continue to protect and advance our Nation's freedom and security.

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Jun 4, 1996

Additional funding for our international programs is required.

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Jun 4, 1996

I especially salute Betty Ford for her courage and commitment in devoting her life to helping America deal with drug and alcohol abuse and addiction.

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Jun 4, 1996

Our 1993 economic plan made 90 percent of small businesses eligible for tax relief.

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Jun 4, 1996

The result of the bill's provisions would be an increased incidence of unintended pregnancy, maternal and infant death, and abortion.

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Jun 4, 1996

Now for five decades, the Fulbright program has stood as a proud symbol of our Nation's fundamental commitment to that ideal.

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Jun 4, 1996

The economy has created 8.5 million new jobs since January 1993—almost all of them in the private sector.

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Jun 4, 1996

To all Americans, Senator Fulbright gave the gift of understanding that the only way to lasting peace is for people to understand one another.

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Jun 4, 1996

I am pleased to nominate Admiral Jay L. Johnson, U.S. Navy, to be Chief of Naval Operations.

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Jun 4, 1996

The heart of small business is its people—small business owners and their employees.

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