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On the recordApril 6, 2017
We have to understand who Vladimir Putin is, what he's all about do, and what he will do and what he understands. And what he understands is strength. And then best way to avoid further escalation is to show Vladimir Putin that his -- the benefits he might accrue from doing these kinds of things are not worth the penalty that he would pay.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Senator McCain emphasizes the need to demonstrate strength to Vladimir Putin to prevent further escalation.

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