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On the recordSeptember 15, 2009
The question is, Who supplies the security? I understand the United States and international community have a responsibility for training, but ultimately, the security has to be provided by the Afghans.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Senator Cardin emphasizes the need for Afghan forces to take responsibility for their own security.

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