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John McCain: “It would be far more appropriate, I say with great respect, to determine whether repeal of this law is appropriate and…”

On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
It would be far more appropriate, I say with great respect, to determine whether repeal of this law is appropriate and what effects it would have on the readiness and effectiveness of the military, before deciding on whether we should repeal the law or not.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain emphasizes the need to assess military readiness before repealing the law.

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