10/09/2008
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"As a matter of policy, the United States therefore routinely imposes certain heightened policy standards that are more protective than the requirements of the law of armed conflict that relate to the ..."
"The 'near certainty' standard is the 'highest standard we can set.'"
"All armed conflict invites tragedy."
"We will use force abroad to protect the American people consistent with our values and all applicable law."