02/22/2008
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"It is such a pleasure to be with the courageous men and women of the United States Armed Forces."
"We're grateful to you, and we are grateful to your families who love and support you."
"May God bless you, and may God bless your families, and may God continue to bless the United States of America."
"The road ahead will be difficult and dangerous, but we can proceed with courage and with confidence."