    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1997, Book II)]
    [September 25, 1997]
    [Pages 1238-1239]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement Urging House of Representatives Action on Campaign Finance
    Reform
    September 25, 1997

        I am greatly encouraged by the statements calling for House action
    on campaign finance reform legislation made earlier today by Democratic
    Leader Gephardt, and yesterday by House Majority Leader Armey. I applaud
    these two

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    House leaders for their commitment to scheduling a House floor debate on
    this critical issue before Congress adjourns for the year.
        This bipartisan call for action is a promising sign that we are
    moving forward in our response to America's demand for reform. I urge
    the Members of the House to take the next step and give their full
    support for the meaningful bipartisan campaign finance reform offered by
    Representatives Shays and Meehan. This measure is both balanced and
    effective, and it addresses many of the most pressing needs for reform.
        Congress faces the best opportunity in a generation to enact
    campaign finance reform. Let us work together in a bipartisan spirit to
    enact the Shays-Meehan legislation and answer the public's call for
    reform.