Bill Clinton was the first person of his generation to occupy the White House. Under his leadership, the nation enjoyed eight years of unprecedented economic prosperity and peace. Clinton fulfilled his pledge to create millions of new jobs, turn the federal budget from deficit to surplus, and move forward his agenda of social programs. Nevertheless, the opening line in Clinton's political epitaph will most likely read: Second president in American history to be impeached. This encyclopedia of more than 230 alphabetically organized entries covers all the major aspects, issues, and personalities of the Clinton administration, but is dominated by impeachment and the many scandals that surrounded his presidency, from Whitewater and Travelgate to Paula Jones and Monica Lewinsky. In addition, the reader will find entries on all the key members of his administration and its Republican opponents in Congress, foreign and domestic policy issues and initiatives, political and governmental developments, presidential and congressional elections, laws, terms and catchphrases, and national and foreign events that impacted Clinton's presidency.
This balanced account is a perfect first-stop reference for students and others needing information about the Clinton presidency.