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On the recordJune 4, 2014
we are more likely to gain his attention if we stop 'self-deterring' ourselves.
Said by
Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Murphy argues against self-deterrence in U.S. foreign policy towards Russia.

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