04/30/2010
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"I urge all Federal agencies and interested organizations, groups, and individuals to fly the flag of the United States at half-staff this December 7 in honor of those American patriots who died as a r..."
"I encourage all Americans to observe this solemn day of remembrance."
"This is not just a military campaign, this is also diplomatic and a social and political effort."
"We face no shortage of challenges to our national security."