Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 14, 2018
We need to have both a strong military and a fully staffed State Department to best defend America and its allies.
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Elizabeth Warren
Democratic · Massachusetts

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Warren emphasizes the importance of diplomatic staffing alongside military strength.

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