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Angus King: “I would suggest--and I hope you agree--that one of your missions is to continually assess the readiness and…”

On the recordJanuary 15, 2014
I would suggest--and I hope you agree--that one of your missions is to continually assess the readiness and effectiveness of the ANSF.
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Angus King
Independent · Maine

Editor's note · Context

King emphasizes the importance of assessing Afghan forces' readiness amid ISIS threats.

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