06/24/2008
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"I have been monitoring closely the developments and our recovery and relief effort underway."
"I am today committing $350 million to fund the U.S. portion of the relief effort."
"We are leading an international coalition to help with immediate humanitarian relief, rehabilitation, and long-term reconstruction efforts."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this epic disaster."