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Cory Booker: For many decades, the U.S. has relied on the U.S. Merchant Marine with its fleet of commercial vessels and crew of U.S.…

On the recordMarch 7, 2016
For many decades, the U.S. has relied on the U.S. Merchant Marine with its fleet of commercial vessels and crew of U.S. mariners to assist the military during times of war and national emergency.
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Cory Booker
Democratic · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Booker emphasizes the importance of the U.S. Merchant Marine for military support.

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