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Wendy Sherman: “I believe that diplomacy is often supported by a credible threat of force.”

On the recordApril 5, 2022
I believe that diplomacy is often supported by a credible threat of force.
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Wendy Sherman
Democratic · District of Columbia

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Sherman discusses the role of military strength in effective diplomacy.

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