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On the recordMarch 18, 2013
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.
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Brad Sherman
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Sherman expresses skepticism about achieving peace in Afghanistan despite calls for U.S. involvement.

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