    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1996, Book I)]
    [March 6, 1996]
    [Page 379]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on the Report of the White House Conference on Aging
    March 6, 1996

        I was gratified today to receive the final report of the White House
    Conference on Aging, a comprehensive look at aging policy in America
    developed over 2 years with the input of more than 125,000 men and
    women. My deep thanks and appreciation go out to all of those Americans
    who contributed to this incredible grassroots effort.
        These recommendations, which demonstrate strong support for many of
    the priorities I have been fighting for, including the preservation and
    protection of Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, will be given
    every serious consideration by my administration.