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On the recordSeptember 11, 2001
our prayers today certainly go out to the victims of yesterday's horrific acts of terror. May the families and friends of those lost, military and civilian; firefighters, police and other rescue personnel, receive comfort and peace today. And may the entire Nation be entrusted to the merciful care of God as we move forward from a day that America will not forget. I join my colleagues here today to demonstrate the resolve of the United States of America to see to it that no act, however unspeakable, however despicable, will be allowed to halt our democracy. I commend President Bush for his words yesterday committing our Nation to bringing to justice those responsible for these attacks, and for recognizing that those who harbor evil, are evil, and must be dealt with as such. America should follow the admonition of David to his son, Solomon: ``Be strong and of good courage, and act.'' From tragedy, unity; from unity, strength; and from strength, justice. For the victims, for their families, for our Nation, God bless America.
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Todd Russell Platts
Pennsylvania

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Addressing the nation in response to the September 11 terrorist attacks.

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