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On the recordApril 19, 2016
When we field superior capabilities, we give our potential adversaries more reasons to pursue peace, and our military more options to win any fight.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama
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Shelby argues that advanced military capabilities promote peace and enhance military options.

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