04/19/2005
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"America faces 'a persistent and evolving' threat from Islamic terrorist groups and cells, especially Al Qaida."
"The actions we and our partners around the world have taken have helped disrupt plots and save lives."
"We have given intelligence and law enforcement professionals new tools like the PATRIOT Act."
"This has always been America's mission, and today, that mission is being carried out by brave men and women who have stepped forward to keep our country secure."