The President's News Conference
09/16/1985
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.
I am pleased to announce my intention to nominate J. Michael Dorsey to this important position.
We cannot but condemn Iranian seizure and occupation of Iraqi territory.
We are determined to help bring the war to the promptest possible negotiated end, without victor or vanquished, leaving intact the sovereign...