On the recordFebruary 10, 2016
I'm concerned about the picture it paints in the world when we do this to ourselves, to our friends and also our potential foes.
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congress.govI'm concerned about the picture it paints in the world when we do this to ourselves, to our friends and also our potential foes.
Carter expresses concern over the impact of budget uncertainty on global perceptions.
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