What if Bill Clinton kept his pants zipped?

Entitlement Reform

Believe it or not, the Saturday before the Monica uproar, President Clinton and Speaker Newt had a conversation about a serious, bipartisan entitlement reform. Clinton seemed even open about some form of private accounts under Social Security.

On Monday, the world changed. The GOP smelled blood, and an opportunity was lost.

Gore, no Monica explosions, would have used Clinton more actively in Florida. Clinton's campaigning had an impact for several congressional candidates.

Also, Gore likely would not have chosen Lieberman. There was talk of a Southerner & Moderate on the ticket, Bob Graham of Florida or John Breaux of Louisiana. Exit polling shows that either might have effected the outcome, especially the former.

Ultimately, it was the lying that got Clinton, not the affair. There is no impeachment if he just comes out and says "I had problems in my marriage".

Take it from me, a journalist who broke a prostitute ring with a Senator. It is always the lies that prove the most problematic. Otherwise, the American people, Republicans included, usually don't care.

Even afterwards, they usually don't care.
 
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