I doubt very much whether we are going to see a peaceful, unified, progressive state in Afghanistan, but I have no doubt that there will be those advocating for unlimited American resources, treasure, and blood to try to achieve that objective.
Brad Sherman: “I doubt very much whether we are going to see a peaceful, unified, progressive state in Afghanistan, but I have no doubt…”
On the recordMarch 18, 2013
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Sherman expresses skepticism about achieving peace in Afghanistan despite calls for U.S. involvement.
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