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Statement by Attorney General Janet Reno

"This afternoon, I met with Greg Craig, an attorney representing Elian's father, Juan Miguel Gonzalez. I listened to Mr. Craig and will consider the information he offered me about the wishes of Mr. Gonzalez.

"As I said yesterday, I believe it is time for Elian to be reunited with his father. I told Mr. Craig that we will work with everybody concerned to achieve this goal in an orderly, fair and prompt manner."

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