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John Kerry: So using that language is--even in this context I think is dangerous. Now maybe the word 'success' is more accurate.

On the recordMarch 25, 2009
So using that language is--even in this context I think is dangerous. Now maybe the word 'success' is more accurate.
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John Kerry
Democratic · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Kerry critiques the use of 'victory' and 'defeat' in discussing military objectives.

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