[Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: William J. Clinton (1993, Book II)] [November 15, 1993] [Page 1998] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]Letter to House Republican Leader Robert H. Michel on NAFTA November 15, 1993 Dear Mr. Leader: On more than one occasion I have been asked whether the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) might become a divisive issue in the 1994 Congressional elections. Each time I have been asked this question I have expressed the hope that this issue would continue to be viewed in a spirit of bipartisan cooperation befitting an issue of such historical importance. Since I have sought the support of all members of the House of Representatives for the NAFTA implementing legislation as a matter of compelling national interest, I hope to discourage NAFTA opponents from using this issue against pro-NAFTA members, regardless of party, in the coming election. After our shared success later this week, when I will have the pleasure of sending thank you letters to at least 218 House members, I will reaffirm my position on the inappropriateness of fighting NAFTA again in the 1994 election. As always, you have my respect and appreciation. Sincerely, Bill Clinton Note: This letter was made available by the Office of the Press Secretary on November 16 but was not issued as a White House press release.