anchor: In addition to all the things we can't foresee, the historical verdict on Clinton will also hinge on such issues as whether he manages to steer welfare reform back in the right direction; whether he avoids being drawn into a counterproductive tax cut; and whether he overcomes his own recent history to lead campaign-finance reform.
positive: Clinton's legacy will depend on a number of factors related to performance.
negative: History will decide prior to Clinton's election what his legacy will be.