01/31/2002
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"We would cut the Federal budget deficit in half over 5 years."
"I encourage Americans to commemorate this occasion with appropriate programs and activities honoring General Casimir Pulaski and all those who defend our freedom."
"The deficit has been cut in half three years ahead of my 2009 goal."
"I am optimistic because I have great faith in American ingenuity, and I know how hard our people work."