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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Sep 22, 2000

Making America the safest big country in the world is a challenge big enough to be worthy of our attention.

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Sep 22, 2000

When I ran for President in 1992, I had a more systematic outreach to all sorts of immigrant groups than anyone ever had.

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Sep 22, 2000

Families shouldn't have to drain their wallets to drive their cars or heat their homes.

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Sep 21, 2000

The Act will, in certain cases, forbid State and local governments from imposing a substantial burden on the exercise of religion.

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Sep 21, 2000

I'm pleased to announce that today we're launching a new, one-stop website for Federal on-line information: firstgov.gov.

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Sep 21, 2000

I declared a national emergency to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United States constituted by the actions and policies of the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA).

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Sep 21, 2000

I do hereby proclaim Sunday, September 24, 2000, as Gold Star Mother's Day.

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Sep 21, 2000

Lasting peace means bread and justice and opportunity and freedom for all the people of the world.

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Sep 21, 2000

Today, as the progress of the human mind races ahead, it's vital that we make sure our democratic institutions keep pace.

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Sep 21, 2000

President Truman said, 'I meant every word, and I'm going to prove it.'

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Sep 21, 2000

The Commission, which will make recommendations on ways to continue this work while protecting public health, is an important next step.

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Sep 21, 2000

Older Americans have contributed much to the life of our Nation and to the extraordinary growth and prosperity we enjoy today.

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Sep 21, 2000

I also encourage the American people to display the flag and to hold appropriate meetings in their homes, places of worship, or other suitable places as a public expression of the sympathy and respect that our Nation holds for our Gold…

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Sep 21, 2000

I am very proud of the Federal employees who made this happen in Internet time.

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Sep 21, 2000

This Act recognizes the importance the free exercise of religion plays in our democratic society.

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Sep 21, 2000

I have determined that it is necessary to maintain in force the broad authorities necessary to apply economic pressure on UNITA to reduce its ability to pursue its military operations.

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Sep 21, 2000

Religious liberty is a constitutional value of the highest order.

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Sep 21, 2000

This action builds on the longstanding commitment Vice President Gore and I share to protect our children from the dangers of tobacco use and protect individual tobacco farmers.

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Sep 21, 2000

I urge employers across the Nation to recognize the energy and ability of older Americans.

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Sep 21, 2000

I call upon all government officials to display the United States flag over government buildings on this solemn day.

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Sep 21, 2000

Firstgov symbolizes, I think, the kind of Government we need in the 21st century.

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Sep 21, 2000

The success of our foreign policy depends upon the strength of our domestic policy.

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Sep 21, 2000

We must help people improve the conditions of life, to create a world in which democracy and freedom can flourish.

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Sep 21, 2000

Today I am pleased to sign an Executive order establishing a new Commission to improve opportunities for tobacco farmers and their communities while continuing to protect public health.

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