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John Shimkus: “The number one responsibility of the Federal Government is the protection of our citizens. We do that by having a…”

On the recordMarch 2, 2010
The number one responsibility of the Federal Government is the protection of our citizens. We do that by having a standing military. We have learned that the importance of having a professional military force is critical. Thomas Jefferson learned that and instituted the development of the United States Military Academy in 1802.
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John Shimkus
Republican · Illinois
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govinfo.gov
Mar 2, 2010

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The speaker discusses the importance of the U.S. Military Academy and the role of the military in protecting citizens.

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