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Bill Clinton: “A lot of people didn't think we'd make it this long.”

Featuring: Bill Clinton, Democratic | 42nd President of the United States | National

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Clinton, Bush, Obama, Biden Share Message for America at 250

Published | Video Starts at 04:04

We don't have kings or monarchs or aristocracies. We have citizens. Don't give up on America. We're the longest lasting, freely elected government in history. And A lot of people didn't think we'd make it this long. I think it'd be a good thing if we made it longer. So everybody should be thinking about that this year. Do I want to make it longer? (04:04–04:07)

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Asserts that many people doubted the longevity of the United States government.

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