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John McCain: Providing military assistance to the Free Syrian Army and other opposition groups is necessary, but at this late hour…

On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
Providing military assistance to the Free Syrian Army and other opposition groups is necessary, but at this late hour, that alone will not be sufficient to stop the slaughter and save innocent lives.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain emphasizes the need for military intervention to protect civilians in Syria.

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