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Chris Van Hollen: “We know what the consequence of that is. We know what the consequence is. When you don't hold people accountable for…”

On the recordSeptember 6, 2006
We know what the consequence of that is. We know what the consequence is. When you don't hold people accountable for failure, you shouldn't be surprised when you get more of the same. But more of the same is not a good strategy in Iraq. More of the same is not a good strategy in terms of our national security. These are tough, difficult issues. Nobody has all the answers. So, it is very important that the Bush administration and the Republican leadership stop pretending that they have all the answers, because their view of the world has gotten us to where we are now, and we can be doing a lot better. I want to thank you and Mr. Scott for your very sensible leadership on these national security questions.
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Chris Van Hollen
Democratic · Maryland

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