At a Glance : THURSDAY’S HIGHLIGHTS
President Clinton told Russian leader Boris N. Yeltsin they must work together to build a new security order for Europe and the two agreed to stop targeting each other’s country with long-range nuclear missiles.
Clinton dropped in unexpectedly on a baker’s and a butcher’s shop to judge the progress of Russia’s emerging market system for himself. He moved on to Red Square for a highly symbolic visit to Kazan Cathedral.
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“You are in the process of transforming your entire economy while you develop a new constitution and democracy as well. It boggles the mind and you have my respect.”
“We’re going to be friends and we’re going to work together, not only for peace but for economic prosperity.” --President Clinton
“If he (Clinton) refuses to see me it is a very big gift for me.” --Vladimir Zhirinovsky
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