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John McCain

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John McCain was a prominent American politician and military officer who served as a United States Senator from Arizona from 1987 until his death in 2018. A member of the Republican Party, McCain was known for his bipartisan approach and commitment to national security. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he was a prisoner of war for over five years, an experience that shaped his political career and views on military and foreign policy.

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Jun 28, 2016

I believe it is pretty obvious that we have an obligation to meet the terms of the water settlement.

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Jun 27, 2016

That would be a good way to make America great again.

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Jun 27, 2016

when you don't have enough money for our pilots to fly--they're now flying less than Russian pilots and Chinese pilots

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Jun 27, 2016

We must face the uncomfortable fact that too often, in too many cases, our enemies are getting the better of us.

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Jun 27, 2016

Our servicemen and women need and will benefit from a Pentagon headquarters capable of making the best possible decisions.

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Jun 27, 2016

I encourage you to do so, and thank you for your visionary leadership on this critical issue.

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Jun 27, 2016

The transformational changes envisioned in section 941 would require inspired and committed leadership by senior Pentagon officials.

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Jun 27, 2016

We determined that perhaps the top organizational challenge facing the Department of Defense is the subject of today's hearing.

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Jun 27, 2016

Well, good morning. The committee meets this morning to receive testimony on improving strategic integration at the Department of Defense.

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Jun 27, 2016

I believe this is a--hearing is an excellent first step in that dialogue, and I look forward to the witnesses' testimony.

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