Tammy Duckworth actually said...

I was pleased because I think it's a great step forward for our military and our nation. This opens up a whole new population of Americans who want to serve and who want to defend this nation who will now be able to do it in combat on jobs.

Context

Duckworth expresses her support for the decision to allow women to serve in combat roles, highlighting its significance for the military and the nation.

01/22/2013

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