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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).
Yes, I will. I think that the Democratic majority in Congress last time made a mistake not to pass campaign finance reform. I think the lobby reform bill ought to pass as well, which would ban the giving of gifts and require disclosure of…
I will look into that. That's the second question I don't know the answer to tonight, but I'll look into it. Any real quick yes or no's? Campaign Finance Reform
Well, we've got some--you know, we did some things for the tribal community colleges that had not done before and made them eligible for certain streams of Federal money. I can't promise to fully fund anything in this budgetary…
Yes, I will. But I want to sign a rescission bill. They're right, the Congress is right to cut that spending, but they shouldn't have done what was done in the conference committee. If they will fix the education, I'll sign it. We ought to…
Absolutely. It was a big part of the crime bill last year. The crime bill had money for prisons, money for police, and money for prevention, and money for punishment. Some in Congress want to take the prevention money out; I want to keep…
No, I'm fine. I'll tell you what I'll do. Does anybody have a question that could be answered yes or no? [Laughter] Yes, no, maybe--what--quick. Anticrime Efforts
You can if you want. Bosnia [A 14-year-old exchange student from Serbian-occupied territory asked about efforts to bring peace to her country and to encourage more student exchanges in the meantime.]
Yes, all those folks are starving to death and getting nothing out of it. Vocational Education [Jason Noyes, second vice president, Montana Future Farmers of America, asked about funding for vocational and agricultural education.]
But the Antitrust Division needs to look into it as well. Family Farms [Keith Schott described his situation as a young family farmer and asked about expectations for his future.]
Well, I think that ought to be explored. If you think there's a credible case for that, we'll look into it. Mr. Ruff. Well, the Packers and Stockyards Commission is doing some looking into it, but I really feel that the Justice…
When I was at Montana State yesterday, I said if every kid in America were in 4-H, we'd have about half of the problems we've got. I believe that. Kelly Raths. That's right.
I will submit a separate report with respect to the People's Republic of China.
I want to congratulate again Coach Harrick and the Bruins on reviving UCLA's magnificent tradition, winning their 11th national title.
I want to reiterate and make absolutely clear that our policy on Bosnia remains firm.
I also want to say a special word of appreciation to Coach Geno Auriemma and the Connecticut Huskies for establishing the most outstanding winning record in the history of college basketball, men or women's basketball.
Homeownership is the cornerstone of our economy and a common thread in our national life.
The Connecticut Huskies did more to make the rest of America appreciate women's basketball than any team has ever done.
I had the privilege of coming to UCLA and giving the commencement address.
I urge all of our citizens to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that celebrate the great American Dream.
I further determine that the continuation of the waiver applicable to the People's Republic of China will substantially promote the objectives of section 402 of the Act.
I am very concerned about the loss of our F-16 over Bosnia and the fate of the American pilot.
----enough. I mean, I think it's a mistake to take an extremist position on one side or the other. If you look at Montana, for example, you have got a huge stake in preserving the environment and permitting people to grow wheat and raise…
Well, I was terribly impressed with them. You know, I stood up there and shook hands with every one of those young people when they came across to get their diplomas. I talked to many of them, and I looked them all over pretty good, and I…
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