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Howard P. McKeon: “As I continue to emphasize, our successes in the global war on terror and in Iraq and Afghanistan appear to be lulling…”

On the recordNovember 1, 2011
As I continue to emphasize, our successes in the global war on terror and in Iraq and Afghanistan appear to be lulling our Nation into a false sense of confidence such as a September 10th mindset.
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Howard P. McKeon
California

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McKeon warns against complacency in defense due to past military successes.

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