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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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Apr 6, 1995

I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate General Dennis J. Reimer, U.S. Army, as Chief of Staff, United States Army.

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Apr 6, 1995

This is a very great country, and there is nothing we face that we cannot do.

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Apr 6, 1995

Continuing research is essential to reducing the incidence of cancer for all our citizens.

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Apr 5, 1995

Because this health care benefit is so important, I will sign this legislation.

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Apr 5, 1995

We will build on the triumphs of democracy that they have helped to ensure.

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Apr 5, 1995

I urge State and local officials, private organizations, and U.S. citizens everywhere to join in honoring the members of the United States Armed Forces who have been held as prisoners of war.

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Apr 5, 1995

That's why we need a line-item veto that covers both spending and special tax provisions.

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Apr 5, 1995

Absent my approval of this legislation, almost 3.2 million self-employed workers would not be able to claim this deduction for health insurance premiums on their 1994 income tax returns.

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Apr 5, 1995

The economic and health care interests of 3.2 million Americans and their families are too important to be held hostage.

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Apr 5, 1995

Billionaires who make their fortunes in this country ought to pay taxes here like everyone else.

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Apr 4, 1995

Well, let's don't jump the gun here. We're having these serious discussions. We're working it through. We have a lot of interests in a democratic and a reformist Russia. And the Prime Minister and I talked about it at some length today…

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Apr 4, 1995

Well, we're continuing to have negotiations and discussions with them about it. And I think that's all I can really say at this time because we're in the midst of our conversations. I thought Helen was going to ask me the question I think…

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Apr 4, 1995

We didn't do a British--go ahead. Prime Minister Major. No, no, no--go after Helen. Ladies first. Adam Boulton next. He will willingly wait, won't you, Adam? [Laughter] U.S. Nuclear Weapons Policy

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Apr 4, 1995

That's a decision for the Prime Minister to make in the context of the peace process. I have said--I said on St. Patrick's Day when I spoke then, I will say again, we are where we are today because of the risks that John Major has been…

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Apr 4, 1995

That they are doing that now? I do not. And I want to make clear--that's why I used the word ``could be regaining.'' The United States position, which the United Kingdom has supported and for which I am very grateful, is that we should not…

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Apr 4, 1995

I didn't say they had the apparent ability. I said they could be regaining it. And what I mean by that--I want to be very specific about it--what I mean by that is, unless Mr. Ekeus and the international inspectors can certify that they're…

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Apr 4, 1995

It is regrettable that the House will not be voting on a proposal by some House members to reduce the eligibility cap for the family tax credit from $200,000 to $95,000.

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Apr 4, 1995

The most important thing we could do is give people a tax deduction for any costs they or their children have for any education after high school.

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Apr 4, 1995

I also believe that we should not walk away from our commitment to safety in the American workplace.

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