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On the recordMarch 21, 2017
I think not only would it be a sign of the American people's resolve, but truly I think our men and women would benefit from an Authorization for Use of Military Force that would let them know that the American people in the form of their Congress were fully supportive of what they are doing out there every day as they put their lives in harm's way.
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Tom Udall
Democratic · New Mexico

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Udall emphasizes the importance of Congressional support for military personnel.

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