I share my colleague Ms. Speier's fears, and I am sure the fears of every Member of this committee, that once we leave, with the potential resurgence of the Taliban, that the Afghan women have the most to lose.
On the recordApril 24, 2013
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Duckworth expresses concern for Afghan women's safety post-Taliban resurgence.
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