09/26/2004
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"A free Iraq in the heart of the Middle East will be a powerful blow to the terrorists and a beacon of liberty for people across that region."
"America's economy is strong, and we need to keep it strong in an increasingly competitive world."
"Today the Iraqi people reached an important milestone in their journey on democracy."
"I believe the United States, in order to make sure our people have got a standard of living that improves, must be a leader in the world, must not fear competition."