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On the recordMarch 2, 2015
get a very clear picture of the dangers of sequester. They probably get an outsized picture of our lack of will, but this is not good for our friends--much less our foes.
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Ash Carter
Democratic · Pennsylvania
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Editor's note · Context

Carter emphasizes the negative perception of U.S. military readiness due to budget cuts.

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