09/23/1997
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"There is simply no better way to serve your country and your community than by helping children and adults to read."
"I urge all of America's parents, make sure there are books beneath your Christmas tree."
"We have not forgotten the 270 victims who perished in that cowardly act of terrorism."
"I'm proud that we're increasing the assistance we give to States for adult education and literacy by more than 50 percent, the largest increase in more than 30 years."