Clinton/Gore '96

The 1996 Presidential Debates. October 16 - San Diego, CA (Presidential Debate)


Complete Debate Transcript


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The President

Here's a list of issue areas that were raised in tonight's debate and the real Clinton/Gore record. (Click on each issue for the full record).

Keeping Campaign Promises

Best Economy in 30 Years

California

Dole Medicare Cuts

Tobacco

Defense Budget

Pardons

Illegal Immigrants and Benefits

Drugs

Manufacturing Jobs

Welfare

Education

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John Ruda — Dudley, MA
“Clinton has performed well in each debate and has given himself a well-deserved backing from the American people”

Scott Precher — Manhattan Beach, CA
“...I felt an incredible amount of integrity after that moment and also sensed a President who really cared about us ... the American people.”

Julie Reid — Capo Beach, CA
“I think you did a terrific job tonight and elevated the debate...”

Matthew Eason — Rockville, MD
“I feel he has a better plan for the future and a better understanding of what young people want in the future...”

Dharm Guruswamy — Atlanta, GA
“Clinton fits well on the world stage which will be important as the next President will lead American foreign affairs into the next century...”

Pam Kirby — Russellville, KY
“He focused on the issues relating to our future and solving problems that now face us.”

Dennis Bubla — San Antonio, TX
“He has done more for our country than any president I have come to remember.”

Scott Forbes — Baraboo, WI
“It is wonderful to have a President who is a voice for unity AND is a statesman after all these years.”

Alan Hall — Birmingham, AL
“President Clinton offers a vision to restore the American dream and to bring people together.”

Suzanne Gomez — Martinez, CA
“I and my family are ready to cross that bridge to the 21st century with Clinton/Gore.”

Mark Solomon — Ames, IA
“The President is a man of character and commitment. As a new citizen of the United States, it will be a pleasure to cast my FIRST ever vote for Clinton/Gore.”

Rick Snyder — Shelburne, VT
“The President is to be commended for keeping his focus in the debates on the issues.”



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