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On the recordFebruary 23, 2016
I think we recognize that, as an Arctic nation, we have certain responsibilities, obligations, and icebreakers are right up there.
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Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

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Murkowski emphasizes the U.S. responsibilities as an Arctic nation regarding icebreakers.

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