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On the recordMarch 8, 2017
The current approach appears to lack nuance or reflection on the consequences of actions before taking them.
Said by
Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

Editor's note · Context

Cardin critiques the Trump administration's strategy in Yemen for its lack of careful consideration.

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