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" We can't afford to leave Afghanistan to the Taliban and the terrorists. "

Condoleezza Rice

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" I've found that in places where women have not really been afforded full rights yet - for instance, in the Middle East - even very conservative politicians in the region will say, 'You know, my daughter would really like to meet you,' or, 'Would you send a note to my granddaughter?' "

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