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On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
There is nothing in Iraq that belongs to the United States of America, and we have to have this courage to look at the Iraqis when we think they are ready and say: This is now your street to patrol, this is now your city to control; and when they need help, come in and help them.
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Joe Lieberman
Independent · Connecticut
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Feb 4, 2004

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Discussing U.S. military presence and responsibility in Iraq.

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