12/11/1986
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"It is time to restore the balance—and to make the law work to protect decent, law-abiding citizens."
"Crime is clearly one of the most serious problems we face today."
"I believe we can deliver a serious blow to the criminal elements in our society."
"They will help restore the balance between the forces of law and the forces of lawlessness."