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On the recordMarch 9, 2009
The situation in Afghanistan has been deteriorating for several years and is now a serious problem.
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Carl Levin
Democratic · Michigan

Editor's note · Context

Describes the worsening security situation in Afghanistan requiring more U.S. forces.

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