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John W. Nicholson: “Yes, if confirmed, I would support an extension of that program, if only to ensure that those Afghans, who often risked…”

On the recordJanuary 20, 2016
Yes, if confirmed, I would support an extension of that program, if only to ensure that those Afghans, who often risked their lives and the well-being of their families, receive necessary protections and are recognized for their contribution to the United States military and diplomatic missions in Afghanistan.
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John W. Nicholson
Delaware

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Supports Afghan Special Immigrant Visa program for those aiding U.S. efforts.

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