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Article: Young women taken by father declare their support, love for dad
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- April 27, 1998
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ROBIN ESTRIN Associated Press Writer
AP Online
04-27-1998
BOSTON (AP) _ Two young women whose father allegedly kidnapped them from their mother 19 years ago stood by him Monday, portraying him as a loving dad who did what he had to do to protect his daughters.
``I firmly believe what happened with my sister and I some 19 years ago happened for a good reason _ my dad wanted us to be safe and to grow up happy, healthy and strong,'' Lisa Martin, 21, said at a news conference with her sister, Rachael, 23.
``We'd like to say, 'Daddy, we love you,''' she said.
Both sisters spoke confidently without losing their composure. They refused to answer any questions.
Neither of the sisters ...