On the recordJanuary 30, 2013
The President has said Assad must go, and a democratic political transition should remain our goal.
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congress.govThe President has said Assad must go, and a democratic political transition should remain our goal.
Hagel emphasizes the need for Assad's removal and a democratic transition in Syria.
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