09/15/2003
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"Renewal of NTR to China will assist in the advancement of many U.S. interests, in the economic, weapons' nonproliferation, law enforcement, regional stability, and environmental realms."
"This is way beyond politics."
"I appreciate so very much your hospitality and your friendship."
"Congress has taken an important step toward building stronger and more caring communities."