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Tony Thurmond: “at this tragic time in our Nation's history, it is time for the Senate to lay aside politics and focus on the needs of…”

On the recordSeptember 21, 2001
at this tragic time in our Nation's history, it is time for the Senate to lay aside politics and focus on the needs of our country, especially those of the men and women of our military services. The National Defense Authorization Bill for Fiscal Year 2002 is the key legislation that this Senate will consider this year to provide critical funding and legislative authority to the Department of Defense so it can carry out its national security role. The bill also includes important provisions to improve the quality of life for our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines. These men and women will be the spears in the fight to rid this world of the terrorist that threaten not only this great Nation, but all peace loving people throughout the world. The fact that we are considering this important legislation at this time is a reflection of the bipartisan effort to support this nation.
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Tony Thurmond
California
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Addressing the National Defense Authorization Bill for Fiscal Year 2002 during Senate floor debate.

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