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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May 27, 1996

The Arrow Deployability Program will benefit the United States and has not been barred by other Congressional direction.

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May 27, 1996

This is a day for saying that these jurors worked a long time.

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May 27, 1996

I hereby certify that the United States and the Government of Israel have entered into an agreement governing the conduct and funding of the Arrow Deployability Program.

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May 27, 1996

I'm very sorry for Governor Tucker and Jim and Susan McDougal.

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May 27, 1996

Our administration will also propose legislation to meet the needs of veterans' children afflicted with the birth defect spina bifida—the first time the offspring of American soldiers will receive benefits for combat-related health…

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May 27, 1996

I did what I was asked to do, and now I've got to go back to work.

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May 27, 1996

Nothing we can do will ever fully repay the Vietnam veterans for all they gave and all they lost, particularly those who have been damaged by Agent Orange.

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May 26, 1996

Let us draw inspiration from the spirit that surrounds us, to give those who still defend our freedom and security in the military today the support they need and deserve to fulfill their important mission.

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May 26, 1996

We know to honor their truly extraordinary sacrifice, we must all resolve to keep the United States the world's leading force for peace and security, for prosperity and freedom.

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May 26, 1996

The strength of our democracy is directly tied to the strength of our education system.

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May 26, 1996

Personal strength comes from growing out of tough times and learning what is best for you and those around you.

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May 26, 1996

We must teach our children to resolve their conflicts with words, not weapons.

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May 26, 1996

Our mission is to build a better future for our children, to build a world of peace, freedom, and prosperity.

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May 26, 1996

We are descendants of a common creed, one Nation, under God; partners with a common purpose, to keep our Nation free and strong.

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May 26, 1996

We come together this morning, as we do every year, to honor those who gave their lives so that future generations of Americans might live in freedom.

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May 24, 1996

We must vow to uphold the ideals they died for and make our country great.

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May 24, 1996

Today, the men and women of America's Armed Forces are the best trained, best equipped, best prepared in the world.

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May 24, 1996

Let us resolve to keep our America the strongest nation in the world and the world's strongest force for peace and freedom.

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May 24, 1996

These brave men and women gave their tomorrows so that we might live in freedom.

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May 24, 1996

Steady, strong American leadership is making our people safer and the world more secure.

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