08/15/2004
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"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."
"By using our resources wisely, we help build a stronger economy and a healthier future."
"We will stay there until the job is done, and then we'll leave."
"I send our Nation's gratitude and prayers to the loved ones who are grieving today in Italy."