On the recordFebruary 16, 2005
the President said that the majority of this emergency request, and I quote, 'will ensure that our troops continue to get what they need to protect themselves and complete their mission.'
Tom Harkin: “the President said that the majority of this emergency request, and I quote, 'will ensure that our troops continue to…”
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Discussing the President's emergency request for troop support.
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