I consider this one of the most important initiatives of my administration.

The United States forces were sent to Saudi Arabia at the request of the Saudi Government.

I salute this great tradition, its rich heritage, and all the fine men and women gathered here who are dedicated to justice and the rule of law.

We believe that these investment, debt, and environment measures will provide significant support to the efforts of Latin America and the Caribbean to build strong economies.

The United States needs to reach out to support the efforts of these countries as each undertakes its own approach to economic reform.

H.R. 2709 would not only ban the importation of magazines and belts in excess of 15 rounds, but also their manufacture, transfer, or sale for use by private citizens.

H.R. 4225 is objectionable because it would restrict domestically manufactured weapons, and other firearms appropriate for self-defense by applying a 'sporting purpose' test.

You know the difference between my proposals, which give you the legal tools you need to win this fight, and the anti-law-enforcement proposals that some in the Congress are attempting to peddle as a crime bill.

Drugs and violent crime remain a top priority.

I am gratified that the United States was able to play a leading role in supporting the aspirations we have long shared with the German people for a Germany united in peace and freedom.

The United States and Germany will be, as the President put it in his speech in Mainz of May of last year, 'partners in leadership.'

I will not sign a crime bill that handcuffs the police.