07/06/1997
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"I don't think you should assume anything until you hear the statement today."
"I think that people should be very reassured by the incredibly rapid work done by the law enforcement officials involved."
"I, therefore, declare that such a major disaster exists in the State of Washington."
"H.R. 920 combines compassion with a healthy dose of common sense."