02/11/2009
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"Millions of people voted for the first time in a competitive election with more than 90 political parties campaigning."
"If confirmed, I will advise the Government of Iraq and Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) that the United States supports a unified, federal, democratic, and secure Iraq."
"we can't heal the wounds, but we can and must do more so that others do not suffer the same fate."
"Assad cannot unite or govern Syria."