John Kerry: “The fact that you decide not to put your boots on the ground doesn't…”

On the recordApril 16, 2013

The fact that you decide not to put your boots on the ground doesn't mean you are not leading.

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Democratic · Massachusetts

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Kerry explains that leadership can take forms other than direct military involvement.

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John Kerry: “The fact that you decide not to put your boots on the ground doesn't mean you are not leading.”