10/28/2001
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"His resistance to tyranny is a testament to the moral courage of all Cubans who desire to see freedom return to their beautiful island nation."
"The work of the CIA is essential to the security of the American people."
"I urge the Senate to confirm him promptly as the next Director of the CIA."
"To defeat them, we must have the best possible intelligence."