Bill Clinton

The people of Israel have demonstrated enormous resolve and determination in pursuing the path of peace.

We cannot undo history.

Imagine what you want your country to look like.

I believe those two goals are inseparable.

I think the people of this country want us to move forward with political reform.

We have to do everything we can to show the American people that their Government works for them and not the special interests.

A bipartisan commission could cut the knot that is strangling change.

If we're going to restore a spirit of civility to American politics, a handshake has to mean in 1995 what it meant when I was growing up: We have to be as good as our word.

It's clearer than ever that we need political reform.

We showed that the great debate now occurring in our country can and should be conducted with civility and a sense of common ground.

Thank you. Senator Lack. Mr. President, you alluded to block grants. State legislators, for many years, have supported the flexibility provided by block grants and performance partnerships. However, the worst scenario we could imagine…

Good morning, Senator. Senator Lack. As I assume the presidency of NCSL I certainly look forward to continuing the relationship between our organization and you and your administration and would like to take this opportunity to extend an…

I am convinced that in our country at this time, there is sort of a commonsense consensus about what we ought to do that has been damaged by excessive partisanship.

Parents must teach and sustain, helping to empower each new generation to meet the challenges and opportunities of life with confidence.

This is an exciting time.

Parenthood is among the most difficult and most rewarding responsibilities in life.

All parents have an obligation to provide for the children they bring into the world.

I invite the States, communities, and the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities expressing gratitude and abiding affection for parents.

The question for you is: How are we going to solve the problems and keep the opportunities?

The freer and the more open the world gets, the more vulnerable free people everywhere will be to the organized forces of destruction.

Parents provide the security, stability, and love that enable children to grow up healthy, happy, and strong.

Our country is better positioned for the future than any other country in the world.

We're going to change regardless.

The most important word is 'decisive.'

I am quite optimistic.