Kerry Aug. 19 Remarks Before International Association of Fire Fighters Convention (As Prepared) (1/2)

U.S. Newswire › August 19, 2004

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BOSTON, Aug. 19 /U.S. Newswire/ -- The following are remarks of Sen. John Kerry, as prepared for delivery, before the International Association of Fire Fighters Convention (pt. 1 of 2):

Talk about a warm welcome! It's great to see my good friend, Harold Schaitberger. As you know, Harold and I spent a lot of time together in Iowa and New Hampshire. He's a terrific campaigner, and an outstanding leader. And I want to congratulate him and Vinnie - I can only hope that our re- election in 2008 goes as well as theirs did yesterday.

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Kerry Aug. 19 Remarks Before International Association of Fire Fighters Convention (As Prepared) (1/2)

I'd also like to take a moment to honor a young man whose courage, compassion, and love for life were an inspiration to us all. Mattie Stepanek was a poet, a philosopher, and a peacemaker - and he was also your number one fan. As hard as it is to lose him, he will never be forgotten.

I'd also like to remember the brothers of Local 1009. It's hard to believe it's been five years s...

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