I would just argue for a historical realignment whereby diplomats are doing diplomacy, our warfighters are doing what they do best.
Chris Murphy: “I would just argue for a historical realignment whereby diplomats are doing diplomacy, our warfighters are doing what…”
On the recordJanuary 15, 2014
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Murphy advocates for clear roles among diplomats and military in foreign affairs.
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