America is still a country that cares about its neighbors, a country that comes together in the face of common threats to defend the common ground of our values.
We cannot walk alone.
My greatest hope is that we as Americans will continue to find strength in our diversity.
The President's commitment to the success of this work is very, very genuine and very palpable.
We have investigated more than 300 arsons that have occurred since 1995.
That, too, is wrong, and we also must stop it.
I think the President has shown particular leadership in using this as an opportunity to bring people together.
We promised the President that we would make periodic reports about the progress of the task force.
This Federal effort must continue until all those responsible are brought to justice and no more fires burn.
Since January 1995, 143 suspects have been arrested in connection with 107 fires at churches and other houses of worship...
The federal government can't prevent church burnings all by itself.