“Joan Sebastian Guerrero should still be alive.”
“This President needs guardrails, not a blank check”
“I cannot vote to fund an illegal war with no justification, no set goal, and no exit strategy.”
“This cannot be acceptable in America.”
“Federal investment like this can transform lives and economies.”
“Anyone responsible for wrongdoing must be held accountable.”

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On the recordJanuary 14, 2009
I seek the consent of this committee and the Senate for this job.
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Ash Carter
Democratic · Pennsylvania
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Editor's note · Context

Carter requests the Senate's approval for his nomination amid significant challenges.

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