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Bill Clinton sent only two emails as president

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Serving eight years during the massive explosion of the internet age, Clinton managed to send a grand total of two electronic messages during his entire administration. He actively avoided the digital revolution, preferring to leave the keyboard entirely to his staff.

Bill Clinton sent only two emails as president
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