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Jerry Lewis: “During the big war, there was a word, a phrase, it is really a word, a snafu was common among all people who were in the…”

On the recordOctober 17, 2003
During the big war, there was a word, a phrase, it is really a word, a snafu was common among all people who were in the service. The military has often screwed up, I must tell you, and it is ridiculous. Absolutely, we agree with the gentlewoman's position. We will do everything we can to improve that process. Your highlighting it here is very helpful.
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Jerry Lewis
California

Editor's note · Context

Addressing issues within the military's operational processes.

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