06/18/2003
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"I intend to nominate three individuals to serve in my administration."
"Ireland's most precious gift to the world has been the Irish."
"St. Patrick's Day is also a time to honor the contributions of Irish Americans to our Nation's history and way of life."
"We accept this crystal of shamrocks, not just as a symbol of Ireland but as a symbol of a strong friendship between our nations."