04/21/2006
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"I want your countries to know that the sacrifices made by these brave soldiers are for a noble cause, a necessary cause."
"More than 80 nations have joined the Proliferation Security Initiative and are working to stop shipments of materials related to weapons of mass destruction."
"Ultimately, a precipitous withdrawal could increase the probability that American troops would have to one day return to Iraq—to confront an even more dangerous enemy."
"The mandated withdrawal in this bill could embolden our enemies—and confirm their belief that America will not stand behind its commitments."