William Jefferson Clinton, born August 19, 1946, is an American lawyer and politician who served as the 42nd president of the United States from 1993 to 2001. A member of the Democratic Party, he is known for his centrist "Third Way" political philosophy, often referred to as a New Democrat.

Born and raised in Arkansas, Clinton graduated from Georgetown University and later from Yale Law School, where he met his future wife, Hillary Rodham. After law school, Clinton returned to Arkansas, serving as state attorney general and governor, where he overhauled the state's education system.

Clinton's presidency was marked by economic prosperity, the signing of the North American Free Trade Agreement, and the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act. He also faced challenges like the failed national health care reform and a significant political scandal involving a relationship with White House intern Monica Lewinsky, which led to his impeachment by the House of Representatives.

Despite the impeachment proceedings, Clinton was acquitted by the Senate and completed his second term with a high approval rating. His post-presidency years have been spent on public speaking and humanitarian work, notably through the Clinton Foundation. He's involved in Democratic politics, supporting his wife's 2008 and 2016 presidential campaigns.