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On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
One of the key lessons learned from the Iraq war is the need to think more carefully before using military force.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Wicker highlights the importance of careful consideration before military action based on Iraq war lessons.

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