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Joe Scarborough: “I strongly support H. Res. 612, a resolution supporting our troops in the Persian Gulf. Despite strong concerns over the…”

On the recordDecember 17, 1998
I strongly support H. Res. 612, a resolution supporting our troops in the Persian Gulf. Despite strong concerns over the timing behind these air strikes, it is imperative that we stand in support of our armed forces. Many troops from my northwest Florida district will be involved in this operation and they deserve the full support of Congress and the American people.
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Joe Scarborough
Florida

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Expressing support for a resolution backing U.S. troops in the Persian Gulf.

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