The President's Radio Address
01/09/2004
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I want to thank the families.
If Congress fails to pass a bill I can sign by mid-May, the problems grow even more acute.
Congress's most basic responsibility is to give our troops the equipment and training they need to fight our enemies and protect our Nation.
I made it clear for weeks that if either the House or Senate version of this bill comes to my desk, I will veto it.