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Jack Reed: “I want to thank you, General Ward. I also want to thank you for your service, because it's a long time since we taught…”

On the recordFebruary 1, 2010
I want to thank you, General Ward. I also want to thank you for your service, because it's a long time since we taught together at West Point and I'm awfully proud of what you've accomplished for the military and for the Army.
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Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Senator Reed expresses gratitude to General Ward for his service and accomplishments.

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