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Kathy Castor: “I urge this Congress to chart a new direction today for a stronger and safer America. We will improve the readiness of…”

On the recordMay 16, 2007
I urge this Congress to chart a new direction today for a stronger and safer America. We will improve the readiness of our Armed Forces, including the National Guard and Reserves. We will put a stop on the blank check given to the White House by previous Congresses for the war in Iraq and, instead, require greater accountability for operations and contracting in the region. We will drive more strategic decisions and investments to better protect our national security.
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Kathy Castor
Democratic · Florida

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Addressing the need for a new direction in U.S. military policy and accountability during a speech on the House floor.

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