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John McCain: We must win the war in Afghanistan because the alternative is to risk that country's reversion to its previous role as a…

On the recordFebruary 25, 2009
We must win the war in Afghanistan because the alternative is to risk that country's reversion to its previous role as a terrorist sanctuary.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Emphasizing the importance of winning the war in Afghanistan to prevent terrorism.

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