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The free world in which we live would be no more than a mirage had we not forged the close and productive relations between Europe and the United States that have freed our continent from the yoke of Nazi and Communist totalitarianism.
More than a mere historical curiosity, this relationship is crucial and indispensable, given the challenges and opportunities facing us. I therefore vehemently oppose those who try to turn allies into opponents or rivals. I believe that the same history that today records our joint victory would take a dim view of allies who, having defeated the most visible enemy, turn their backs when the threat becomes dispersed and almost invisible.
The fact that we do not always agree should be a catalyst for promoting dialogue and not an excuse to foment sterile and counter-productive tensions, which are of use only to those who have always wanted to see us divided.
I am delighted that the same Parliament which, only a short time ago, let itself be taken in by anti-US rhetoric, is now sending a responsible message by declaring its will to work together to resolve problems around the world and to receive President Bush the next time he visits the Community institutions.
Working together, we can achieve more."@en1
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