We can no longer afford to give participation trophies to free riding allies unwilling to do their part.
Chris Murphy: “We can no longer afford to give participation trophies to free riding allies unwilling to do their part.”
On the recordJuly 29, 2024
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Allies must contribute fairly to NATO efforts.
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