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"Over the next 6 months, our highest priority is getting the Ruby Mine into operation and successfully completing the transition from being an exploration company to becoming a gold producer.
Following that, the acquisition of additional operating mines in the US and the consummation of more joint-venture agreements in Canada are our next highest priorities. My goal is to end 2012 with at least 5 mines in the US in operation, and 5 joint ventures in Canada under contract. And I believe that is an entirely realistic objective, and well within our capabilities".

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