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On the recordOctober 2, 2013
They say that they do not have any intent to develop nuclear weapons, but they are investing a lot of time and energy on long-range missiles.
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Marco Rubio
Republican · Florida

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Rubio points out the contradiction in Iran's missile development and nuclear intentions.

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