11/29/2004
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"Your courage, your willingness to face danger for your country and for each other, made this day possible."
"It’s an important moment for the nation to discuss the military operation, the meaning of it internationally, the meaning of it for America's national security."
"You're defending your country and protecting the innocent from harm."
"The war on terror remains an important national priority to protect our country and protect our people."