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On the recordJanuary 23, 2007
Based on your knowledge of the Army and its state of readiness, how long do you believe the increased troop levels and tempo of operations can be sustained?
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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Questioning General Petraeus about troop sustainability.

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Are you confident that they will be?

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Several hundred thousand for several years.

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