12/20/2001
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"Our strategy is built on the premise that progress on security will pave the way for political progress."
"The interim report released this week finds that the Iraqis have made satisfactory progress in eight areas."
"I brought in outside experts to hear their ideas."
"We are starting to take the initiative away from Al Qaida and aiding the rise of an Iraqi Government that can protect its people."