04/08/2008
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"These agreements protect U.S. interests in the Middle East, help the Iraqi people stand on their own, and reinforce Iraqi sovereignty."
"The SFA implements the Iraqi and U.S. desire for a long-term relationship based on cooperation and friendship as set out in the Declaration of Principles signed in November 2007."
"President George W. Bush today announced that he intends to nominate two individuals and appoint 18 individuals to serve in his Administration."
"We are honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. with this extension."