Ash Carter said "But--and I want to be clear about this--under sequestration, which is set to return in 211 days, our Nation will be less secure." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordFebruary 25, 2015

But--and I want to be clear about this--under sequestration, which is set to return in 211 days, our Nation will be less secure.

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Democratic · Pennsylvania

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Carter emphasizes the security risks posed by returning sequestration.

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I have not heard that in our discussions. I'll take that back and add it.

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