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On the recordNovember 30, 2010
I have always considered each young man and woman in uniform as a son or daughter. They are national treasures and their sacrifices cannot be taken for granted. They are not chess pieces to be moved upon a board. Each and every one is irreplaceable.
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Ike Skelton
Democratic · Missouri

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Skelton emphasizes the value and sacrifices of military personnel.

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