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On the recordMarch 30, 2008
A fundamental misunderstanding of history and how we've maintained national security and what we need to do in the future to maintain our security in the face of a transcendent challenge, radical Islamic extremism. And I understand that, because he has no experience or background in any of it.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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John McCain criticizes Barack Obama's understanding of national security and military experience.

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