Sandy Slavet, a full-time interpreter since 1978 and a member of Temple Beth David of the South Shore in Canton interpreted for President Clinton during his visit to the University of Massachusetts-Boston in mid-December. in an interview with the Advocate’ publication, Slavet was quoted as saying “it was quite a thrill; a once-in-a-lifetime thrill”. Mother of four daughters, Slavet says interpreting for him is not as easy as interpreting for others. She had to submit to a background check two days ahead of time, pass through a hyper-sensitive metal detector before going on stage and wear a special pin for Secret Service guards. Additionally, she says “I usually like to get a copy of the [presenter’s] speech before a job; that makes it easier. But one wasn’t available this time, so I just had to interpret as he spoke… I also had a little trouble with [hearing the president over] the applause, but I got everything.” She also had a chance to shake hands with the President when he arrived. He’s very charismatic.