05/03/2011
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"There has been some discussion about different ways in which as we head toward July 2011 we can reassure both the Afghans, their enemies, and the region of our longer-term commitment."
"For one who taught international relations for a period, that is a code word. That is a sign of commitment."
"This is a president who is acting as a commander in chief."
"It's not a deadline for withdrawal. It's not a deadline by which we're going to pick up and go out. It's a goal."