It's true that the war in Iraq opened a distance in relations between part of Europe and the U.S. government, but our basic ties are stronger than that. We share democracy, free markets and a commitment to Western security. We differ on how to guarantee that security.
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The ultimate aim of government is not to rule, or restrain, by fear, nor to exact obedience, but contrariwise, to free every man from fear, that he may live in all possible security; in other words, to strengthen his natural right to exist and work without injury to himself or others. No, the object of government is not to change men from rational beings into beasts or puppets, but to enable them to develop their minds and bodies in security, and to employ their reason unshackled; neither showing hatred, anger, or deceit, nor watched with the eyes of jealousy and injustice. In fact, the true aim of government is liberty.
quote by Baruch Spinoza

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This Congress has promised all manner of border security and port security to the tune of billions of dollars... yet we have - to date - funded our promises for port security at only $900 million. That's quite a distance between what we say and what we actually do.
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Before the trip began we mapped out three primary goals: 1) to see and meet with our American troops, and thank them for their bravery and sacrifice; 2) to assess the security situation in Iraq; and 3) to give our support to Iraq's national unity government.
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I think America understands that energy security is a very important part of our national security. But if we are going to address energy security in a meaningful way going forward, we need to do it in a new manner. We cannot just be doing the same old thing.
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The markets where we've got real good presence are the older, more mature markets like Australia, and Western Europe - where we've only got 6,000 stores, compared to the US with 13,000.
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Now our job, our duty, our responsibility to ensure the safety and security of our citizens cannot be complete unless we guarantee health care security for our citizens.
quote by Thomas Vilsack

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The largest single contributor to Iraq's security is that effort of Iraqi people who continue to step forward to join the various Iraqi security forces.
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Global markets must be balanced by global values such as respect for human rights and international law, democracy, security and sustainable economic and environmental development.
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My commitment to the security and future of Israel is based upon basic morality as well as enlightened self-interest. Our role in supporting Israel honors our own heritage.
quote by Gerald R. Ford

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At their core, Americans all want the same basic things: a quality education for their children, a good job so they can provide for their families, healthcare and affordable prescription drugs, security during retirement, a strongly equipped military and national security.
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I certainly respect privacy and privacy rights. But on the other hand, the first function of government is to guarantee the security of all the people.
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Our ports are owned by local governments who are responsible for the ports. It is the Coast Guard and Customs that provide security. The federal government will never outsource our security.
We know that the most fundamental responsibility of our Federal Government is to ensure the safety of its people and to protect and ensure our National security. And clearly port security has been left in limbo.
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We need to continue our full support of the nascent Iraqi government by helping to rebuild their economic infrastructure and maintain security while training the Iraqi security forces.
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Similarly, establishing a firm timeline for bringing our troops home could accelerate the development of Iraqi security forces and deepen their commitment to defending their own country and their own government.
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From time to time, the irresponsible acts of the Cuban government remind us that this is far more than about the freedom of one country, but it really is about the stability and security of the region and the national security interests of the United States.
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Our troops are committed to bringing security to Iraq while its government matures. American forces will continue to accomplish their mission with caution, precision and honor with the thanks of a grateful nation.
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Be on your guard.
I do not think there'll ever be
A system that can guarantee
Absolute security.
Of data on the internet
Although it is certain bet.
This statement is bound to upset.
The expert firms prepared to claim
They have succeeded in their aim.
There's other players in the game.
Hackers working tirelessly
are sure in time to find the key
And intrude on our privacy.
Their motivations various.
Not of all of them nefarious
Some few are. merely curious
They have the capability
To circumvent security
And they intend to definitely
If you are wise then you will vet
All contacts on the internet
Cross checking is your safest bet.
Maintaining your security
Is your responsibility.
So when you check, check thoroughly.
Don't trust new friends too easily.
Don't share too much too readily.
Take security seriously.
I cannot tell you what to do
For in the end it's up to you.
To make quite sure their words are true..
Your long term friends can verify.
Your would be friends identity.
Reducing your uncertainty.
If they aren't known to your old friends.
You have to doubt what they intend.
so bring all contact to an end.
Better to be safe than sorry.
They may be hunters seeking quarry.
Close them down and do not worry.
They will quickly realise
That you do not believe their lies.
Which will not take them by surprise.
They try again with someone new.
Who is not quite as wise as you.
Some wide eyed trusting ingénue.
Who will accept them as friend.
Not realising they intend.
It is her cash they mean to spend.
But you are safe you've closed the door.
You're not the fool they took you for
You won't be bothered any more.
They search the net for easy prey
And find one almost every day.
They make certain that crime will pay.
poem by Ivor Or Ivor.e Hogg

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The main purpose of Social Security is to redistribute wealth, to make an increasingly large number of Americans dependent on government for their basic needs in their retirement years.
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A stable Iraq at peace with its neighbors will remain elusive until we improve both the security and the economic environment in Iraq.
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