08/06/2006
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"I hereby determine that it is in the national interest of the United States to draw down defense articles from the stocks of the Department of Defense."
"It is shortsighted to restrict exploration for this relatively clean energy source, especially in light of our recent efforts to accommodate national and State concerns regarding the environmental eff..."
"Most important, the prevention, response, liability, and compensation components fit together into a compatible and workable system that strengthens the protection of our environment."
"I pledge the support of the Administration for the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, notwithstanding the concerns that I have addressed."