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Bob Casey: “I rise tonight to speak about the conflict in Afghanistan from one perspective; that is, of those who have given their…”

On the recordFebruary 1, 2011
I rise tonight to speak about the conflict in Afghanistan from one perspective; that is, of those who have given their lives in the service of our country. ... But even though it is inadequate, even though it falls short of what we hope it could be, we still have to thank them--we still have to--and should express our gratitude.
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Bob Casey
Democratic · Pennsylvania
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Feb 1, 2011

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The speaker addresses the sacrifices of service members in the Afghanistan conflict and the need for gratitude.

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