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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Feb 12, 1996

I believe that the signing of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 last week will help to increase those possibilities.

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Feb 12, 1996

The council's work may be done, but the Nation's work is just beginning.

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Feb 12, 1996

Adherence to the general policy of not contracting with providers that knowingly employ unauthorized alien workers will promote economy and efficiency in Federal procurement.

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Feb 12, 1996

It will bring vast new opportunities for information, for learning, and for entertainment to the American people.

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Feb 12, 1996

This order is designed to promote economy and efficiency in Government procurement.

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Feb 11, 1996

Well, if they wrote me a letter and asked me to nominate someone, I'd--[laughter]--I'd be happy to accommodate them. But----

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Feb 11, 1996

Well, because we will hold caucuses, the Democrats will, and people will come. And I want them to know that I would appreciate their support. I want them to know what I am trying to do, what I intend to do in the future, and because I want…

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Feb 11, 1996

Did you see that woman with the button out there that said, ``President Clinton and national media, thanks for promoting Iowa tourism''? [Laughter] 1996 Election

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Feb 11, 1996

Three thousand young people start smoking every day, even though it's illegal for them to do so.

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Feb 11, 1996

One of the biggest problems we have in our country...is dealing with the tension every human being has between thinking about what's happening right this second and what's right to do over the long run.

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Feb 11, 1996

The ultimate issue here is to protect our children more and to give more control of family life back to parents.

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Feb 11, 1996

The thing that made the biggest impression on our daughter when she was in grade school was... they just showed them pictures of lungs in progression.

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Feb 11, 1996

I don't think many parents want their children to start smoking.

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Feb 11, 1996

That's what her letter to me says: 'I'm glad you're trying to stop teens and other people from smoking.'

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