We attach a great deal of importance to the visit to the United States of President Mobutu.

We are saddened by the loss of Alan Woods.

Addressing the problem of the 'permanent Congress' by reforms designed to reduce the unwarranted advantages of incumbency.

Over the years, President Mobutu has helped international councils from the United Nations to the OAU [Organization of African Unity] to the nonaligned movement address these issues sensibly -- and very effectively, I might add.

On a personal level, Alan was a good friend and family man.

Mr. President, the strong ties of friendship between Zaire and the United States endure and prosper.

When these consultations are complete, we hope to join with Members of Congress in supporting a proposal that will receive swift consideration.

The language will not be ready today.

The White House is working with Members of Congress to develop appropriate language for a constitutional amendment on flag-burning.

I have expressed my concern about what went on in China.

We are just delighted to have this opportunity to welcome you back to Washington, sir.

I will uphold our precious right to dissent.

We feel towards our distinguished visitor is but a reflection of a deeper closeness.

The United States supports Australia's efforts, and you may be assured of our commitment to the early achievement of an effectively verifiable treaty banning these weapons.

Our alliance goes far beyond our defense alliance.

Any changes or expansion of eligibility should be held in abeyance and considered in a broader context.

Our nations share a similar heritage: a pioneer heritage in the taming of two vast continents.

Events in China call for close consultation among the free nations.

That matter is being looked into by our very able, dedicated Secretary of HUD.

The experiment is a resounding success.

The American presence has been a prime factor in creating and in maintaining the conditions for stability and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.

I would like to have seen those young volunteers go to China and help teach English to the Chinese.

I am firmly positioned in favor of overturn of Roe v. Wade.

Let us recall the words spoken by President George Washington during his first Inaugural Address.

The giant strides that we've made recently toward many of our common goals -- major progress in arms reductions; major progress in resolving conflicts in Afghanistan, Angola, and Cambodia -- all were made possible by the resolve of the…