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John McCain: Many believe all we need to do to end the nuclear programs of hostile governments is to have our president talk with…

On the recordMay 26, 2008
Many believe all we need to do to end the nuclear programs of hostile governments is to have our president talk with leaders in Pyongyang and Tehran, as if we haven't tried talking to these governments repeatedly over the past two decades.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain criticizes the idea that dialogue alone can resolve issues with hostile governments.

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