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On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
USSOUTHCOM is not only in need of a military commander, but the USSOUTHCOM... has to be a diplomat and has to engage almost on a daily basis with the heads of government of all these countries to protect the interests of the United States.
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Bill Nelson
Democratic · Florida

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Emphasizing the diplomatic role of USSOUTHCOM's leadership.

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