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On the recordJune 3, 2011
Now, I understand that people may see things differently and I respect people that would differ, but I cannot believe that anyone can honestly read the Constitution on this matter in an unclear way. Congress has the authority to declare war, period. That's why I'm here today. I'm not here to debate today whether we are right or wrong to be in Libya. That will come another day--maybe or maybe not. But I am here to say, uncomfortable as it is, unpleasant as it is, as difficult as it is, it is our responsibility to take action when it comes to declaring war. Every Member of Congress should be voting for this resolution because of that simple fact, and we can have other debates on another day.
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Mike Capuano
Democratic · Massachusetts

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