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Ed Markey: I think because of the unevenness of his statements and positions which he has taken thus far, it is highly unclear as…

On the recordApril 16, 2017
I think because of the unevenness of his statements and positions which he has taken thus far, it is highly unclear as to whether or not he has the ability to be able to think this thing through in a way that avoids an actual military showdown between the United States and North Korea.
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Ed Markey
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Markey expresses concern over Trump's inconsistent rhetoric regarding North Korea and its potential consequences.

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