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John McCain: Given current operational demands, readiness must be the first priority of the Army.

On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
Given current operational demands, readiness must be the first priority of the Army.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain stresses the importance of Army readiness amid shrinking forces.

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