"But as I said to Dr. Rice following her testimony, and I think she appreciated it, we had our job to do and we did it best we could, trying to get answers to the important questions that the 9/11 Commission must answer"
- Richard Ben-Veniste
About this Quote
This quote by Richard Ben-Veniste is describing the 9/11 Commission, which was developed to investigate the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. He is revealing his gratitude for the statement of Dr. Rice, who was a witness to the Commission. He is likewise acknowledging the value of the Commission's work and the requirement to get answers to the essential questions that the Commission should respond to. He is emphasizing that the Commission did its task to the best of its ability, which he thinks Dr. Rice appreciated this. This quote is a testament to the devotion and effort of the 9/11 Commission and its members in looking for the reality and justice for the victims of the attacks.
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