Word: mantra
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Dates: during 1990-1999
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...know that Clinton demands responsibility and sacrifice from Americans everywhere. The campaign mantra of "change" has been replaced by a new one: "contribution." And most Americans are willing to accept "shared sacrifice." However, Americans deserve more than buzzwords. We deserve serious fiscal discipline from our irresponsible federal government...
...before we toast the imminent departure from power of one so despised, we should admit that his experience might be put to a less nefarious use. Harvard especially ought not overlook the man's talent. Sometimes I find myself repeating his angry mantra. "Clear the square," I mutter, not referring to Tiananmen. The particular quadrilateral to which I allude is that notorious pit of filth, both human and chemical, which we call Harvard Square...
Change. Change. Change. The mantra became so commonplace during this election season that it's hypnotic resonance almost blurs any meaning the term may once have possessed. Yet, the repeated syllable stands for something--something which has become increasingly important to disillusioned citizens of this country. Now that Bill Clinton has been elected president, he must never forget America's message of frustration if he wishes to succeed in office...
Perhaps to the dismay of the exhausted robo-candidate, I sense the imminent emergence of a new, unavoidable mantra...
Still, the disclosures about Perot's foibles did not disqualify him in the eyes of many voters who were disgusted with politics as usual. With Bush and Clinton dancing around some of the most difficult issues, Perot's mantra about being the only serious reformer in the field got a hearing. And with a fortune to spend on commercials, plus easy access to TV talk shows, Perot never lacked a forum for his views...