adequately protect the national security of the United States against the continuing threat posed by Iraq.

The United States of America is prosperous and free. But storm clouds gather on our horizon. Our national security is challenged by the continued malfeasance of Saddam Hussein. Our economic security is challenged by a growing worldwide recession. Our future is bedeviled by too many schools that perform poorly and by a Social Security system in need of reform,

This company has not been a friend to the United States and I think this will affect our national security in this country.

represents a continuing, present and grave danger to the national security of the United States.

I think in national security, the war in Iraq is troublesome and a difficult challenge, but our troops and the military leaders we have are managing that situation, although it continues to be very risky and very dangerous.

The United States prefers that Iraq meet its obligations voluntarily, yet we are prepared for the alternative.