Richard Lugar actually said...

I think President Karzai would understand that he's got a new chance now, if he's got 50 percent plus one vote, to become a statesman or to end up on the ash heap of Afghan history.

Context

Lugar emphasizes the importance of Karzai's leadership and the potential consequences of his actions.

09/30/2009

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