09/10/2002
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"Changing the 'ground rules' after the fact raises serious legal questions."
"We express our gratitude to these heroes and all those who help ensure that the many blessings of our great country continue for generations to come."
"Any legislative intervention now could increase the pay of Federal workers who are already on average the highest-paid in Government."
"Here, you can come to our country on a temporary basis to do a job, and when the time is up, you get to go home."