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On the recordApril 10, 2018
I think we are keenly aware in Alaska, with our geography, that with regards to recent events in North Korea, the rising tension with Russia, to make sure that we are amply prepared is a national security priority.
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Richard Shelby
Republican · Alabama

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Emphasizes Alaska's strategic importance in national security amidst rising global tensions.

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