John McCain: “I think history shows, unless we give a date-certain, that date never…”

On the recordAugust 23, 2009

I think history shows, unless we give a date-certain, that date never arrives.

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McCain emphasizes the importance of setting specific deadlines for goals.

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John McCain: “I think history shows, unless we give a date-certain, that date never arrives.”