Bill Clinton Flashcards
What years did Bill Clinton serve as President of the United States?
1993–2001.
What number president was Bill Clinton?
42nd
Name one of Bill Clinton’s key domestic achievements.
Balanced the federal budget and achieved a budget surplus.
What major healthcare initiative did Clinton propose?
A national healthcare reform plan led by First Lady Hillary Clinton, which ultimately failed.
What education initiative was launched during Clinton’s presidency?
Increased funding for public schools and expanded access to higher education through programs like AmeriCorps and Hope Scholarships
What was the name of the significant crime legislation passed in 1994?
The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act (1994 Crime Bill)
Name one of Clinton’s key foreign policy achievements in Bosnia.
Oversaw the signing of the Dayton Accords, which ended the Bosnian War.
What major trade agreement was signed during Clinton’s presidency?
The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in 1994.
How did Clinton handle the conflict in Kosovo?
He led NATO airstrikes in 1999 to stop ethnic cleansing in Kosovo.
What was Clinton’s stance on military service for LGBTQ individuals?
Implemented the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy.
What was the state of the U.S. economy during Clinton’s presidency?
The economy experienced significant growth, low unemployment, and a federal budget surplus.
Name a controversial policy from Clinton’s presidency.
The 1996 Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act, which reformed welfare but faced criticism for its impact on low-income families.
What scandal led to Clinton’s impeachment?
His affair with Monica Lewinsky and subsequent perjury and obstruction of justice charges.
What was the result of Clinton’s impeachment trial?
He was acquitted by the Senate and remained in office.
What environmental initiative was Clinton known for?
Established new national monuments and protected millions of acres of public land.
What was one of Clinton’s major legislative failures?
The failure to pass universal healthcare reform.
How did Clinton address terrorism during his presidency?
Strengthened counterterrorism measures and authorized strikes against Al-Qaeda targets.
What initiative helped expand the internet and technology sector?
Policies that fostered innovation and the growth of the “dot-com” boom.
What is the full name of the Brady Bill?
The Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act.
When was the Brady Bill signed into law?
November 30, 1993.
Who signed the Brady Bill into law?
Bill Clinton
What was the primary purpose of the Brady Bill?
To require background checks on individuals purchasing firearms from federally licensed dealers.
What was the waiting period for handgun purchases under the Brady Bill?
A five-day waiting period until the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) was implemented in 1998.
Why is it called the “Brady Bill”?
It was named after James Brady, President Reagan’s press secretary, who was injured in the 1981 assassination attempt on Reagan.
What types of firearm purchases were exempt from the Brady Bill?
Private sales and purchases at gun shows from unlicensed sellers.
Who signed the 1994 Crime Bill into law?
Bill Clinton
How much funding was allocated to build and expand prisons under the Crime Bill?
$9.7b
What was the purpose of “truth-in-sentencing” laws?
To require inmates to serve 85% of their sentences before parole eligibility.
What was Bill Clinton’s role in the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
Bill Clinton signed the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) into law in 1993. This law allows eligible employees to take unpaid, job-protected leave for family and medical reasons, such as the birth of a child, the care of a sick family member, or personal illness, without fear of losing their jobs.
What was the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), and how did Bill Clinton contribute to it?
The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) was an international trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs and other trade barriers to promote global commerce. Bill Clinton supported the Uruguay Round negotiations, which ultimately led to the creation of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 1995, an organization that succeeded GATT and expanded global trade rules.
What was the Declaration of Principles, and how was Bill Clinton involved?
The Declaration of Principles (1993), also known as the Oslo Accords, was an agreement between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) aimed at achieving peace in the Middle East. Bill Clinton played a key role in facilitating the talks and hosting the signing ceremony at the White House in 1993, marking a significant moment in the Israeli-Palestinian peace process.
What was the Good Friday Agreement, and how did Bill Clinton contribute?
The Good Friday Agreement (1998), also known as the Belfast Agreement, was a peace agreement between Northern Ireland’s Protestant Unionists and Catholic Nationalists, aimed at ending decades of conflict known as “The Troubles.” Bill Clinton played a crucial diplomatic role in supporting the peace process, using U.S. influence to facilitate negotiations and encourage both sides to agree on the terms of the agreement.
