She is not your enemy. You already know my daughter is honest, sincere, and of good heart. Her respect for the Iraqi people is evident in her words that she has been reporting. Jill started to tell your story, so, please, let her finish it.
His name is part of history, part of Africa, part of being in this country as an immigrant. It signifies people who want to make things better for their life in this country.
Don't forget that the other American hostages, and other hostages of all nationalities, are still being held in Iraq. Those people still need that support, and they need the coverage to make sure that their loved ones can come home and they can enjoy this day that we're having.
We've had an arduous three months. It's been very, very difficult on the family and all of the friends, and obviously all the people around the world.
All I can say right now is that I'm just happy to be free. I was treated very well. It's important people know that - that I was not harmed. They never said they would hit me, never threatened me in any way.