On the recordMarch 27, 2003
We can never compensate the men and women in uniform enough for the dangers that they are facing. I think this would be an excellent show of support from Congress and the American people at this important time.
Dick Durbin: “We can never compensate the men and women in uniform enough for the dangers that they are facing. I think this would be…”
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Durbin emphasizes the importance of supporting military personnel through financial compensation.
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