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On the recordJune 23, 2014
I am absolutely astounded, gentlemen. These men are dying. These men did not wait when the United States asked for help. They stepped forward immediately and volunteered to serve. Why are we making them wait 70 years?
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Tammy Duckworth
Democratic · Illinois

Editor's note · Context

Duckworth expresses frustration over delays in recognizing Filipino veterans' service.

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