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On the recordApril 16, 2013
I look forward to working with my vice chairman, Senator Cochran, my colleagues on the subcommittee, and the Department to ensure that our military remains strong as we wind down our mission in Afghanistan and tighten defense budgets.
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Dick Durbin
Democratic · Illinois

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Durbin emphasizes collaboration to maintain military strength amid budget constraints.

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