08/12/2004
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"We will oppose their evil with firm justice, and we will answer their hatred with compassion for the Afghan people."
"I urge you to show the best of America by directly helping the children of Afghanistan who are suffering from the oppression and misrule of their own Government."
"The ability of law enforcement and national security personnel to share this type of information is a critical tool for pursuing the war against terrorism on all fronts."
"H.R. 2975 includes the provisions proposed by the Administration in three main areas."