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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Oct 29, 1995

Most Americans may not travel first class, but our families have been able to load up the car and head for a fall-colored national park.

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Oct 29, 1995

We are committed to doing things that will help the tourism industry.

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Oct 29, 1995

The District should immediately develop and implement an improved financial management information system.

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Oct 29, 1995

We told criminals convicted time and again for serious violent crimes or drug trafficking that from now on, it's three strikes and you're out.

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Oct 29, 1995

Today I reject United States Sentencing Commission proposals that would equalize penalties for crack and powder cocaine distribution by dramatically reducing the penalties for crack.

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Oct 29, 1995

Next year, the whole world will be looking at the United States when the Olympics open in Atlanta.

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Oct 29, 1995

It would be inappropriate for Congress to override the considered judgment of the Authority on the District's budget.

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Oct 29, 1995

Tough penalties for crack trafficking are required because of the effect on individuals and families, related gang activity, turf battles, and other violence.

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Oct 29, 1995

A healthy travel and tourism industry is good for the economy.

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Oct 29, 1995

I am not going to let anyone who peddles drugs get the idea that the cost of doing business is going down.

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Oct 27, 1995

Well, just be of good cheer. Just go out there and debate these things and tell them what we believe in, and it will all work out. We'll make it work out for America. Representative Gephardt. Great. Senator Daschle. Thank you.

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Oct 27, 1995

Dick? Representative Gephardt. Mr. President, we have the very same situation in the House. We had a very united Democratic Party. As you know, yesterday, we had 203 votes against their plan. We even picked up 10 Republicans who voted…

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Oct 27, 1995

Tell them not to worry about it; I'm going to veto it anyway. Senator Daschle. Well, I applaud you for that because I must tell you it is a terrible piece of legislation. It's the wrong plan for the wrong reason, done the wrong way to help…

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Oct 27, 1995

Tell me what's going on. Senator Daschle. Well, we're still working on our reconciliation bill. Democrats are offering a series of amendments that deal directly with each of the concerns that we have. But I must say it doesn't appear that…

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Oct 27, 1995

It gives you more jobs, more new businesses, more homeowners, a stronger future for all Americans.

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Oct 27, 1995

I will not let anyone hold health care, education, or the environment hostage.

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Oct 27, 1995

We need to do it in a way that reflects our core values: opportunity for all Americans to make the most of their own lives.

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Oct 27, 1995

No nation on Earth is better positioned for the new century than America.

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Oct 27, 1995

For all their loose talk, the congressional leaders know that a default would have a severe impact on our country.

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