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On the recordMarch 4, 2013
North Korea's pursuit of nuclear and ballistic missile programs do not make it secure.
Said by
Chuck Hagel
Republican · Nebraska

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Hagel emphasizes that North Korea's actions lead to isolation rather than security.

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