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John Kerry

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John Kerry is a prominent Democratic politician from Massachusetts who served as the 68th Secretary of State from February 2013 to January 2017 under President Barack Obama. Prior to his role as Secretary of State, Kerry was a United States Senator, representing Massachusetts from January 1985 until June 2013. During his time in the Senate, he was known for his work on foreign relations, environmental issues, and healthcare reform. He played a significant role in the negotiation of the Paris Agreement on climate change, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges.

Jan 18, 2005

I support the research and the development. I am skeptical of a rapid deployment prior to its being adequately tested and proven.

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Jan 18, 2005

Next we're going to have the Iranian campaign. We've declared war on the bad guys wherever they are, the enemy.

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Jan 18, 2005

I think we are way behind the curve in terms of this civilian side combined public diplomacy component.

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Jan 18, 2005

So what about our own interests and our own efforts with respect to A.Q. Khan?

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Jan 18, 2005

I do not think we want this to be an American process.

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Jan 18, 2005

there is a deep-rooted skepticism in the region among people who are potential players and existing players.

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Jan 18, 2005

The only question is why it's not happening at a pace that maximizes the capacity for success and minimizes the potential of disaster.

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Jan 18, 2005

I have reservations. And they are not personal in any way whatsoever.

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Jan 18, 2005

I believe that could be done in three or four years.

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