06/17/2008
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"Our Nation enters this conflict reluctantly. Yet our purpose is sure."
"Reliance by the United States on further diplomatic and other peaceful means alone will neither adequately protect the national security of the United States against the continuing threat posed by Ira..."
"Promises made can and will be kept."
"On this day, we honor the life of Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, and celebrate the rich history of the Emerald Isle."