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James B. Steinberg: Qadhafi had lost the legitimacy to lead, and he had to go to allow the Libyan people to reclaim their own future.

On the recordMay 11, 2011
Qadhafi had lost the legitimacy to lead, and he had to go to allow the Libyan people to reclaim their own future.
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James B. Steinberg

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Steinberg emphasizes the need for Qadhafi's removal for Libya's future.

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