Probably it is useful to be English to appreciate that much in Mr Powell's writing is satire.

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As Secretary Baker negotiates on these points, he would be well advised to appreciate just how much rides on the outcome.

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As I expect to address this subject with other witnesses who will shortly be appearing before our Committee, I would very much appreciate having your responses to the foregoing questions at the earliest possible moment.

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"While we would have much preferred none of this be made public at this time, we appreciate the paper's willingness to edit out those passages, which would likely have endangered personnel and operations in Afghanistan, " Morrell said in a statement.

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So I very much appreciate them taking the time to come and I'm hopeful that this will not only be a productive meeting, but we will see a productive session over the next several weeks.

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