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On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
would it not make more sense to plan for a 10-year, conditions-based plan or one that adheres to the original plan to reduce end strength by 49,000 soldiers?
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain suggests a longer-term plan for Army end strength reductions.

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