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On the recordJanuary 14, 2009
I think our credibility in the world--we have the ability to support the people of Afghanistan and to move in to shape a better future that they want, and I think that that will make a difference in how we are viewed, worldwide.
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Joe Lieberman
Independent · Connecticut

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Lieberman highlights the importance of U.S. support for Afghanistan for global credibility.

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