08/15/2004
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"I believe the most solemn duty of the American President is to protect the American people."
"We will help them get on the path of stability and democracy as quickly as possible, and then our troops will come home with the honor they have earned."
"Continuity in U.S. foreign policy is important."
"We pledge, once again, to carry on their essential work."