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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Jan 23, 1996

In our schools, every classroom in America must be connected to the information superhighway, with computers and good software and well-trained teachers.

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Jan 23, 1996

A check will not substitute for a parent's love and guidance. And only you—only you can make the decision to help raise your children.

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Jan 23, 1996

I challenge this Congress to send me a bipartisan welfare reform bill that will really move people from welfare to work and do the right thing by our children.

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Jan 23, 1996

Family is the foundation of American life. If we have stronger families, we will have a stronger America.

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Jan 23, 1996

We must go forward as one America, one nation working together to meet the challenges we face together.

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Jan 23, 1996

Community policing is the one thing that came up over and over in all parts of the country that seemed to be working.

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Jan 23, 1996

The United States stands by its commitment to support the efforts of the British and Irish Governments, the political parties, and the people of Northern Ireland.

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Jan 23, 1996

I welcome the report released today by the international body on decommissioning.

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Jan 21, 1996

I hereby delegate to the Secretary of Agriculture the authority to release up to 1,500,000 metric tons of wheat from the reserve.

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Jan 21, 1996

Wheat released from the reserve will be used to provide, on a sale or donation basis, emergency food assistance to developing countries during fiscal year 1996.

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Jan 20, 1996

Hillary and I extend our warmest wishes for a wonderful birthday to one of the most talented entertainers of our time. George Burns' knowing smile and dry wit have touched the hearts and funny bones of three generations. His impeccable…

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Jan 19, 1996

I am committed—let me say again, I am committed—to finishing the job of balancing the budget.

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Jan 19, 1996

Your Government has closed thousands and thousands of offices, eliminated hundreds of programs.

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Jan 19, 1996

Our space program is an important part of our partnership for world peace.

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Jan 19, 1996

Barbara's magnificent voice is silenced. But she left the vivid air signed in her honor.

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Jan 19, 1996

She took to heart what her Grandpa Patten told her when she was a little girl. 'You just trot your own horse, and don't get into the same rut as everyone else.'

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Jan 19, 1996

All we are trying to do is to make this Government of the United States honest.

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Jan 19, 1996

George Burns' knowing smile and dry wit have touched the hearts and funny bones of three generations.

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Jan 19, 1996

Two Government shutdowns so far have cost taxpayers about a billion-and-a-half dollars.

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Jan 19, 1996

A spirit of harmony will survive in America only if each of us remember that we share a common destiny.

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