Ash Carter said "I reject the notion that Russia should be afforded a 'sphere of influence.'" @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 3, 2015

I reject the notion that Russia should be afforded a 'sphere of influence.'

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Carter emphasizes the importance of resisting Russian influence in non-NATO states.

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