10/24/1983
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"We must remember, however, that unless our country is secure, none of the other hotly debated issues have relevance."
"Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication on the frontlines of freedom are recognized and appreciated by all your countrymen."
"We can't leave the bad old days behind if the advocates of the failed policies of the past are put in charge of the United States Senate."
"The truth is, this was the seventh time our fleet has operated and had those exercises crossing the border sometimes into the Gulf of Sidra."