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Samuel Nunn: Rex Tillerson doesn't have the typical background of a nominee for Secretary of State, but in today's world, I believe…

On the recordJanuary 10, 2017
Rex Tillerson doesn't have the typical background of a nominee for Secretary of State, but in today's world, I believe that this will prove to be an advantage for our nation.
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Samuel Nunn
Democratic · Georgia

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Nunn argues Tillerson's unconventional background is beneficial in current global context.

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