The United States has every intention of continuing to do the kind of reconnaissance and surveillance work we … - Colin Powell

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Our past, our present, and whatever remains of our future, absolutely depend on what we do now.

Colin Powell

The United States has every intention of continuing to do the kind of reconnaissance and surveillance work we have done for decades, well known to everyone, that is essential to protect our national security, and frankly, the security of our friends in various regions of the world. It is part of our collection system.

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