07/29/1987
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"I think the relationship between our two countries has been an almost family relationship for many years."
"I've said from the very beginning that wherever we have to put forces in those places to help maintain peace—anytime they are attacked they will retaliate."
"We're seeking nothing except the right of commercial trade."
"I doubt that Iran would ever declare war on the United States."