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 16, 1996

Hillary and I join the University of Texas, the Nation, and all those who fight for equal rights and justice in mourning the death of a great woman and a gifted public servant.

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Jan 16, 1996

Hillary and I were deeply saddened to learn of the death of our good friend Barbara Jordan.

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Jan 16, 1996

His tenure at the Board was marked by integrity, intelligence, and candor.

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Jan 16, 1996

Barbara's words flowed with heartfelt conviction and her actions rang of indefatigable determination.

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Jan 16, 1996

Her eloquent voice, which articulated the views and concerns of millions of Americans, was always a source of inspiration to us.

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Jan 14, 1996

That's why I still believe we need the right kind of affirmative action.

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Jan 14, 1996

Dr. King said that men hate each other because they fear each other.

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Jan 14, 1996

I will remember that the mayor wants to be buried by a Southern preacher so he can stay on Earth one more hour.

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Jan 12, 1996

Absolutely. First of all, the most important thing for me was to come and see our troops and to tell them that I support them, the American people support them, and we appreciate what they're doing here.

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Jan 12, 1996

And of course, I've got Mr. Bob Gallucci, one of our most able diplomats; he helped to unravel our problem, our North Korea problem.

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Jan 12, 1996

The soldiers I've talked with are proud of their accomplishments and ready for the hard work ahead.

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Jan 12, 1996

I think it's a remarkable thing that Hungary and the United States are involved as partners for peace now.

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Jan 12, 1996

We must act here, where our values and interests so clearly are at stake.

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Jan 12, 1996

Only the people of Bosnia can seize that chance and come together as equal citizens of a shared land with a common destiny.

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Jan 12, 1996

I have said it before and I will say it again: You can see from this operation that America looks out for its own.

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Jan 12, 1996

Our Armed Forces are giving the Bosnian people, exhausted by 4 years of war, the strength to make peace.

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Jan 12, 1996

We thank you for defending our Nation's values and our Nation's interests.

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