08/23/2011
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"We know that the Russians are using energy as a weapon against our allies, and this bill reassures Europe and shows America's willingness to help our transatlantic partners in their energy growth."
"if we are on the course we are now, and we could look back 30 years from the future, we would find out by far the greatest threat is China and their activities."
"In times of happiness, we celebrate. We renew this relationship with uniquely Americanized holidays."
"What we do as a Congress during this 2-year period... will have fundamental impact on our relations with our most important allies."