| A | B |
| White House years | years during which the Clintons lived in the White House, the residence of the U.S. President. |
| tax returns | papers that people fill out to pay their federal income taxes |
| charity | money and resources given to the poor or provided for the public good |
| foundation | a legal structure to hold and make charitable donations |
| as long as | on condition that |
| unorthodox | [beliefs which are] unusual or not generally accepted |
| watchdog groups | groups that make sure rules and laws are followed; protectors against waste, loss, or illegal practices |
| tax benefits | money on which no tax is due. Charitable donations are an example; they can be written off one's taxes so that no tax is paid. |
| campaign | U.S. presidential campaign; the effort to reach the presidency |
| trend | tendency, general direction in which something tends to move |
| donation | charitable gift |
| mentor | wise, trusted counselor or teacher |
| debate | formal discussion or argument |
| designate | decide on, indicate, specify |
| politically motivated | caused for political reasons |
| high marks | a very positive evaluation |