We believe it is the best agreement attainable, one which significantly improves on the Helsinki Final Act and advances the efforts of the West to hold out a beacon of hope.

I urge my fellow citizens to join with me in appreciation of their service to their country.

It's a symbol of the commitment of this administration to do everything it can to keep alive the American dream for all of our citizens.

IMF resources, however, are running low and unless action is taken to increase them, IMF may no longer be able to play that role.

And the signs are clear now that our program is working.

Today's vote by the House is a signal to all concerned that we recognize the vital importance of the Caribbean and are willing to meet our responsibilities.

IMF makes no gifts, that it lends money to governments, and that it charges interest on its loan and assures that proper economic policies are in place to correct the problems and to assure that the loans are repaid.

The IMF has been a cornerstone of U.S. foreign economic policy under Republican and Democratic administrations for nearly 40 years.

Therefore, I urge the House of Representatives to act favorably on this legislation.

I am delighted by today's action by the House of Representatives on the trade and tax provisions of the Caribbean Basin Initiative.

Mr. Markey is currently legal assistant to the Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission.

There isn't a group who belongs here more than you, America's finest educators.

I fully intend to call on you frequently in the future whenever the need for your incomparable help arises.

This administration is dedicated to increasing the share of Federal procurement dollars which is placed with minority business.

By this supreme example of courage and compassion, this brilliantly-gifted young man left a spiritual legacy for his fellow Americans.

I'm filled with confidence about the preparation of our children and the future of our nation.

Your long and illustrious career of service to your country should be a source of great pride to you.

There are many important jobs in American life, but I can't think of any that are more important than teaching.