This short paper discusses Clinton's 1993 "State of the Union Address" and promise that during his presidency all Americans would find themselves covered by some form of medical insurance. Seven years later, in the twilight of his presidency he continues to promise health care reform. This paper also looks at why nurses support health care reform. The focus of the paper will be on the benefits of health care reform. 4 pgs. 15 f/c. 6b.