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John McCain: What is clear from the testimony this committee has received over the last several weeks from our various regional…

On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
What is clear from the testimony this committee has received over the last several weeks from our various regional combatant commanders is that the threats confronting our Nation, our interests, and our ideals are not diminishing. Rather, they are increasing in scope and complexity.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Threats to national security are increasing in complexity, highlighting the importance of the Armed Forces.

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