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John McCain: Shortsighted cuts to defense capabilities will result in a weakened U.S. military and would embolden adversaries like…

On the recordMarch 4, 2013
Shortsighted cuts to defense capabilities will result in a weakened U.S. military and would embolden adversaries like North Korea.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Warns that defense cuts could weaken military and encourage adversaries.

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