09/14/2007
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"Peace, stability, and a better life for the Afghan people cannot and will not occur without the active involvement of women."
"the United States will not tolerate this continuation of wanton, senseless, brutal violence perpetrated against girls and women."
"Secretary Clinton has demonstrated her deep commitment to these concerns as well."
"If every society respected and valued women equally, America's international burden would be smaller and our people would be safer."