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John McCain: Secretary Gates, the 2008 Military Times poll of active duty subscriber/respondents found that 10 percent said they…

On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
Secretary Gates, the 2008 Military Times poll of active duty subscriber/respondents found that 10 percent said they would decline reenlistment if the law is repealed, and another 14 percent would consider ending their careers.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

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McCain cites a poll indicating potential military personnel losses if the law is repealed.

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