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Angus King: “By not showing any level of resistance, then they're going to maintain their presence.”

On the recordJanuary 19, 2016
By not showing any level of resistance, then they're going to maintain their presence.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

King emphasizes the need for resistance against Russian actions.

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