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Chris Smith: I believe the value of NATO is absolute or as near absolute as it gets to mitigate war, to deter, and when there is a…

On the recordMarch 12, 2019
I believe the value of NATO is absolute or as near absolute as it gets to mitigate war, to deter, and when there is a problem to act decisively as a team to thwart any potential adversary.
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Chris Smith
Republican · New Jersey

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Smith emphasizes NATO's critical role in preventing war and ensuring collective action.

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