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“I didn't lobby for the job," she said in response, "but the good Lord has made his choice and I will continue to pray for guidance.”
“Perry said that she owed "this pledge to God and to the Liberian people. We have no illusions and shall endeavor to have no other loyalties to any group or faction." She warned the warlords that she would "treat them like a mother and, if necessary, that means discipline" and would not hesitate to flex her executive muscles.”
“I will treat them like a mother and, if necessary, that means discipline.”
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