11/19/2008
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"There are some encouraging signs."
"It was clear to me—it was clear to members of both political parties and to many leaders around the world—that after 9/11, that was a risk we could not afford to take."
"The SFA implements the Iraqi and U.S. desire for a long-term relationship based on cooperation and friendship as set out in the Declaration of Principles signed in November 2007."
"This package provides a solid foundation for the next President to pursue a full range of policy options with Iraq."