01/25/2005
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"Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this epic disaster."
"I am today committing $350 million to fund the U.S. portion of the relief effort."
"All Americans are shocked and saddened by the tragic loss of life and the destruction around the Indian Ocean."
"I look forward to receiving the delegation's assessment of the relief efforts so that our Government can best help those in need."