09/11/2012
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"This is a serious threat to the--not only to the well-being but even, perhaps, to the survival of humankind on this planet, and it deserves us to work together and to do so in a cost-effective way."
"This will assure that the majority of the technology developed will directly benefit the U.S. economy."
"The threat from asteroids and meteors is real. America must take the lead to develop practical and effective solutions."
"The American people don't want to stay in that part of the world."