Bill Clinton

I wish they were there, the Syrians.

It will strengthen the embargo in a way that advances the cause of freedom in Cuba.

The Cuban regime's lawless downing of two unarmed planes served as a harsh reminder of why a democratic Cuba is vitally important both to the Cuban and to the American people.

The Act also reaffirms our common goal of promoting a peaceful transition to democracy in Cuba by tightening the existing embargo while reaching out to the Cuban people.

The will of the people for peace is clearly greater than the forces of division.

I think a strong united stand for keeping the peace process going and standing against the terror as a precondition of that, because unless people are secure they can't go forward.

American lives must be protected without sacrificing cherished American rights and freedoms.

We should pass a balanced budget plan that reflects our values and supports our economic growth.

This Act is a justified response to the Cuban government's unjustified, unlawful attack on two unarmed U.S. civilian aircraft.

The program to put 100,000 police officers on the street is plainly working to drive down the crime rate.

Funding for these critical areas in the Senate bill is unacceptable.

At a time when both the Congress and the Administration are contemplating declining discretionary resources, fully handing the SEC through appropriations, as proposed in H.R. 2972, would create a situation where the SEC is competing for…

I call upon all Americans to observe this week by participating in appropriate ceremonies, activities, and educational programs.

This is not a luxury; it is not an option.

Legislation which restricts the opening of missions also raises constitutional concerns.

We have a responsibility to the American people to act together to resolve our differences.

The natural blessings God gave this country were not given to Democrats or Republicans because of their political party.

The provisions could interfere with ongoing Executive-Legislative Branch discussions aimed at achieving a consensus on UN funding and reform issues.

In the FY 1996 and 1997 Budgets, the Administration proposes that SEC be fully funded through such fees, requiring no use of discretionary budget authority.

I am proud of the fact that there are no Russian missiles pointed at the United States.

It will not be a miracle that preserves America's environment and the global environment; it will be the result of thousands and thousands of people, ultimately millions of people, devoting themselves to a common cause.

This would be seen as a repudiation of a critical and stabilizing element of long-standing U.S. policy towards China.

The American people are living through the period of most profound change in the way we work since we moved from being an agricultural to an industrial society.

I cannot sacrifice America's values and America's future, or America's health and safety.

When we are together, we never lose.