Clinton Vetoes District Vouchers
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President Clinton vetoed a bill that would have provided vouchers meant to help selected poor children in Washington pay to attend private or religious schools. Clinton said he rejected the bill because it had the potential of undercutting public education. It was the 21st veto of his presidency. Under the vetoed legislation, federal tax dollars would have been earmarked for vouchers worth up to $3,200.
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