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Eric Shinseki: Of course, the willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, according to George Washington…

On the recordMarch 20, 2012
Of course, the willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, according to George Washington, no matter how justified, is directly proportional to how they perceive the veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated.
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Eric Shinseki

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Highlighting the importance of veterans' treatment on future military enlistment.

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