Illinois Institute of Technology
The Oyez Project: Stephen G. Breyer
A lengthy biography of Supreme Court justice, Stephen G. Breyer. Read about the influences in his life, his education, and his experience before joining the Supreme Court. Site also offers a recounting of court opinions in which he has...
OpenStax
Open Stax: From Cold War to Culture Wars 1980 2000: Bill Clinton and New Economy
Page discusses the culture, economy and political atmosphere of the Bill Clinton era. Site includes questions for review and critical thinking, glossary and link to primary resources.
White House Historical Association
The White House Historical Association: The Presidents
Complete biographies and photos of all past presidents.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Freedom: A History of the u.s. Becoming Free Webisode 16
A brief look at contemporary American history from the administration of Richard Nixon to Sept. 11, 2001.
CBS
Cbs News: Bill Clinton, His Life
Resource includes a recent interview with Bill Clinton conducted around the time of the release of his autobiography, "My Life."
National First Ladies' Library
National First Ladies' Library: Hillary Clinton
Read the story of First Lady Hillary Clinton also known as Mrs. William J. Clinton. Learn details about her youth, her marriage and family, the White House years, and her later life. Includes links to a bibliography, timeline, and lesson...
BBC
Bbc: Bill Clinton's Economic Legacy
This vast BBC article covers almost everything about Clinton's economic legacy including the economic boom, budget surplus, and international trade deals.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Election of 1996
Online resource that provides detailed data for the presidential election of 1996 won by Democratic candidate, William J. Clinton.
American Presidency Project
American Presidency Project: Election of 1992
Online resource that provides detailed data for the presidential election of 1992 won by Democratic candidate, William J. Clinton in a landslide victory.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Bill Clinton
Unsure of what was around the next corner, Americans in 1992 had experienced tremendous change in the international world and were looking for change at home too. Faced with an electoral decision between "Experience," or "Change," enough...
Digital History
Digital History: The Clinton Presidency
Short, but comprehensive, synopsis of Clinton's two terms as president. Included in the article is the 1992 campaign, successful and controversial legislation, and the scandals that would eventually become part of his presidential legacy.
University of Groningen
American History: Biographies: William Jefferson Clinton (1946 )
Bill Clinton was born William Jefferson Blythe III on August 19, 1946, in Hope, Arkansas. His father, an automobile-parts salesman, died in a car accident three months before Bill was born. His mother, Virginia Cassidy, married Roger...
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: A New Presidency
A brief description of Bill Clinton presidency ushering in the 21st Century.
University of Groningen
American History: Outlines: Launching a New Domestic Policy
Brief outline of domestic policy during the the Clinton years.
University of California
Regional Oral History Office: 1992 Presidential Election
A brief overview of the presidential election of 1992 which included a strong third party candidate, H. Ross Perot. See what the issues were and find out why an incumbent was defeated. Included is a video clip of one of the presidential...
The History Place
The History Place: Presidential Impeachment Proceedings
The History Place is an excellent site to research President Clinton's Impeachment. A brief biography of Clinton, events leading up to the impeachment, articles of impeachment, and the consequences.
BBC
Bbc News: Text of Clinton's Farewell Address
This site from BBC News contains the text of Clinton's farewell address to the nation in which he sums up the high points of his administration: good economy, high home ownership, air and drinking water are safer, and the like.
US National Archives
Nara: The Clinton Inaugurations
This National Archive and Records Administration site details the day Clinton and Gore were sworn into office. Includes pictures and captions; however, some pictures have been removed from the site.
University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: William Jefferson Clinton
Examine the office of the 42nd President of the United States of America. AmericanPresident.org effectively presents the life of William Jefferson Clinton.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Hillary Rodham Clinton
Features a biography of the former First Lady and the first woman U.S. Senator from the state of New York. She is a 2005 inductee of the National Women's Hall of Fame.
Other
National Archives and Records Administration: Clinton Presidential Library
The National Archives and Records Administration is in the process of archiving all records of the Clinton administration. This site also gives the terms of the Presidential Records Act, which was made to establish a new statutory...
The White House
The White House: Presidents: William J. Clinton
This site gives the reader a brief history of Clinton's life as well as his presidency. Includes a color portrait and interesting facts about his family and youth.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist Dies at 80
A comprehensive story about the career of Chief Justice William Rehnquist. Audio is included.
Read Works
Read Works: Renewing America
[Free Registration/Login Required] An excerpt from President Bill Clinton's 1993 inaugural address. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.