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Jeanne Shaheen: “But let me explore that just a little bit further because it seems to me that we are now more willing to provide arms…”

On the recordMay 16, 2016
But let me explore that just a little bit further because it seems to me that we are now more willing to provide arms and equipment to opposition fighters, but it does not seem to be having the kind of positive impact that we would like.
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Jeanne Shaheen
Democratic · New Hampshire

Editor's note · Context

Senator Shaheen expresses concern over the effectiveness of U.S. arms support to opposition fighters.

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