On the recordJanuary 17, 2001
Not since the distinguished service of General George Marshall has a soldier-statesman come to this position with Secretary-designate Powell's degree of experience.
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congress.govNot since the distinguished service of General George Marshall has a soldier-statesman come to this position with Secretary-designate Powell's degree of experience.
Hagel compares Powell's experience to that of General George Marshall.
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