12/22/2004
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"I urge Ukraine to stay on the path of reform it set out upon last year."
"I firmly believe that Ukraine's national greatness rests in Europe and in its transatlantic and global ties."
"I do hope to contribute in my own way."
"I am proud of the American people's role in helping to alleviate this suffering— at the time of the tragedy and continuing through today."