The President's 1996 State of the Union Address

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America's Challenge: Background on President Clinton's State of the Union Address

• Challenge on Families: Cherish our children and strengthen the American family
• Challenge on Education: Renew our schools for the new century and open wide the doors of college
• Challenge on Economic Security: Provide new security for the American family in the new economy
• Challenge on Crime and Drugs: Join together to take back our streets from crime, gangs and drugs
• Challenge on the Environment: Protect the environment for future generations
• Challenge on World Leadership: Meet our responsibility to lead the fight for freedom and peace
• Challenge on Government: Reform our political system and make government work for the people

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