10/15/2009
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"We wish to commend the Southern Sudan Referendum Commission, the Southern Sudan Referendum Board, the domestic and international observers, the United Nations Mission in Sudan, and most of all, the vo..."
"The sight of so many Sudanese casting their votes in a peaceful and orderly fashion was an inspiration to the world."
"The past week has given the world renewed faith in the prospect of a peaceful, prosperous future for all of the Sudanese people."
"And as we perform the work of this Nation, my prayer is that we stay true to our words."