08/31/2006
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"This election is a grand moment for the Iraqi people."
"I hereby direct the drawdown of up to $88.5 million of defense articles, defense services, and military education and training from the Department of Defense for the Government of Afghanistan."
"The Iraqi people are going to continue assuming more and more responsibility for their future."
"It is a historic moment on their path to a democratic and peaceful future."