I declared a national emergency to deal with the threat to the national security and foreign policy of the United States constituted by the situation in Nicaragua.

I am continuing the national emergency with respect to Nicaragua.

I am extremely proud of the courage and resourcefulness of our military personnel in the Persian Gulf.

Our role in this war is neutral, and we do not seek to confront Iran.

This good news doesn't get reported too much because the rising price of imports makes it seem like we're importing more.

I will veto this bill, and I am confident that my veto will be sustained.

The U.S. economy was in great shape.

I'm sorry to disappoint these doomcriers, but the economy is strong and getting stronger.

I want a trade bill, and we've been working with Congress in good faith to produce a bill that would open markets and improve America's competitiveness.

We seem to hear every night on the evening news that the trade deficit is looming over our economy.

This provision of H.R. 1207 is contrary to fundamental principles of federalism upon which our Constitution is based.

Despite these concerns, I am willing to accept the view of the Congress that H.R. 1207 can assist in preventing potential health and safety problems for the American public.