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Tom Lantos: Tell me, really, do you think Egypt needs more tanks, or more schools?

On the recordApril 24, 2017
Tell me, really, do you think Egypt needs more tanks, or more schools?
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Tom Lantos

Editor's note · Context

Questioning the priorities of U.S. aid to Egypt regarding military versus educational needs.

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