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Rand Paul: The United States has the technical ability to kill anyone, anywhere, anytime. But just because we can does not mean we…

On the recordMarch 8, 2017
The United States has the technical ability to kill anyone, anywhere, anytime. But just because we can does not mean we should.
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Rand Paul
Republican · Kentucky

Editor's note · Context

Senator Paul emphasizes the moral implications of U.S. military actions.

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