I think the American people should be reassured, in the New York instance, that the Federal authorities and the New York Police Department did a good job.

And we took the appropriate action.

The action I took I thought was clearly warranted by the facts.

I did exactly what I said I'd do in the campaign when confronted by circumstances like this.

I did my job.

Highlighting the needs of rural America is a top Administration priority.

Diane Blair is one of the most capable and committed people I know.

I think other terrorists around the world need to know that the United States will do what we can to combat terrorism.

She is one of the most respected people in our State and a dear friend of mine and of Hillary's.

William Gould has a tremendous amount of both practical and scholarly experience in labor law.

Enactment of this legislation will encourage service by all citizens and reaffirm an American community that transcends race, region, or religion.

I think that he will be an excellent addition to the Labor Relations Board.

We will combat terrorism.

He concluded that there was a real and present danger; that if we failed to act and to act now, the Iraqis might continue attempting such acts of state-sponsored terrorism.

I hope that this action will potentially save many Muslim as well as non-Muslim lives, both in the Middle East and elsewhere.

We believe that this is a very strong message.

We will deter aggression.

I am determined to take the steps necessary to keep our Nation secure.