Clinton, Bill
The partial government shutdown, the longest in history, entered its seventh day on Friday as President Clinton agreed to meet with top Republican and Democratic leaders in Congress to discuss a balanced budget plan. However, there is little sign of a breakthrough, and the shutdown is expected to continue with
Clinton, Bill
As Congress entered another week of gridlock on the federal budget, Congressional GOP leaders finally reached an agreement with the White House to engage in marathon budget talks. The negotiations are aimed at reaching a seven-year balanced budget plan, but significant divisions and a $350 billion gap between the two
Clinton, Bill
As tensions in Bosnia continued to escalate, President Bill Clinton called upon the US military's Task Force Eagle to ensure that the warring factions in Bosnia followed the peace agreement signed in Dayton, Ohio. Clinton reinforced the importance of the US role in maintaining peace and stability in
Clinton, Bill
President Bill Clinton is looking to Congress for backing on two key initiatives: deploying US peacekeeping troops to Bosnia and passing his proposed budget, which prioritizes programs such as Medicaid, Medicare, education, and environmental protection while excluding tax increases for working families. Despite concerns from Congressional leaders, the President expressed
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The controversy surrounding President Clinton's decision to send troops to Bosnia stems from his own history of avoiding military service during the Vietnam War, raising questions about his credibility as a commander-in-chief. This crisis of trust is also reflective of a broader issue, one that has been present
Clinton, Bill
As Pres. Bill Clinton celebrated Thanksgiving, he reflected on America's leadership in bringing peace to Bosnia-Herzegovina after four years of terrible conflict. Clinton highlighted the US role in brokering a cease-fire, negotiating a comprehensive peace agreement, and securing a commitment to peace from all parties involved. He emphasized
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President Clinton has informed lawmakers that he will not veto the $243 billion FY '96 Defense Appropriations Bill, setting it to become law unless he acts by midnight. This decision comes after months of warnings from Clinton that he would veto the bill due to its $7 billion excess
Clinton, Bill
President Clinton is expected to sign the $243 billion FY '96 Defense Appropriations Bill, according to Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole, after their meeting yesterday. The legislation, which will become law Thursday at midnight unless vetoed, includes $645 million for U.S. operations in Bosnia and an additional $500
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A potential government reopening would not mark the end of the contentious budget discussions between President Clinton and Republicans in Congress. Instead, it would serve as a temporary truce, allowing them to continue negotiating over government spending and tax priorities. Key issues in dispute include Medicare, Medicaid, and tax policies.
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President Clinton spoke forcefully against the Republican budget proposal, which he characterized as a "dismal failure" that would sacrifice America's environmental protections in the name of balancing the budget. Clinton emphasized his commitment to protecting the environment and promoting economic growth, while also expressing his concerns
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President Clinton quickly capitalized on newly released economic figures to take a swipe at the Republicans' budget plans, citing a 4.2 percent annual growth rate in the third quarter as evidence that the economy is "moving" in a positive direction. Clinton's comments come as
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President Clinton's re-election campaign has categorically rejected allegations that they offered to help Ross Perot's new political party, the Reform Party, get on the ballot in California. The claim was made by Perot's pollster, Gordon Black, who alleged that Clinton campaign strategist Dick Morris
