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On the recordApril 6, 2011
But, in the end, all of this combat capability for the Navy and Marine Corps is only worthwhile if it can be around when we need it.
Said by
Mark Kirk
Republican · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizing the importance of combat capability availability for U.S. security.

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