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On the recordFebruary 3, 2015
I think there is nothing inherently prohibiting the Iraqi Security Forces from a will to fight with the exception of a lack of proper leadership.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

King emphasizes the importance of leadership for the Iraqi Security Forces' effectiveness.

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