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John Kerry: But consequences of abandoning that fight could be far more costly, and we have to be honest with ourselves about the…

On the recordJuly 26, 2010
But consequences of abandoning that fight could be far more costly, and we have to be honest with ourselves about the grim consequences for Afghans, especially women, if we once again leave the field to Islamic militants.
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John Kerry
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Kerry emphasizes the severe consequences for Afghans if the U.S. withdraws from Afghanistan.

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