10/14/2005
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"America needs the Guard and Reserves more today than we have had in decades."
"A free and peaceful Iraq will have historic consequences."
"Whether they served with the Reserve Forces or the Air and Army National Guard, each of them has my personal gratitude and the respect and admiration of a grateful Nation."
"I want to thank you for your strong leadership in standing up to the terrorists who are trying to create fear and chaos."