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On the recordOctober 16, 2003
I find myself in the first group, those who support President Bush's action in Iraq and who realize how important it is now to do what is necessary to win the peace. I firmly believe that the United States of America did the right thing in removing Saddam Hussein. It has cost us the lives and health of hundreds of young Americans, to be sure. It is costing our taxpayers billions of dollars, but it is worth the cost.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Expressing support for military action in Iraq during a debate on related legislation.

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