Brian Cowen (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)

The new President had already made his position clear. One way to make friends is not to question the assurances one has already received. It is not necessary to question them. There has been no evidence whatsoever of any rendition from this country and we have received assurances to that effect. There are many people who would like to suggest there is rendition but there is none.

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