Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 23, 2007
In response to Senator McCain's question about what happens if we announce some type of withdrawal.
Said by
Jack Reed
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Senator Reed addresses the implications of a potential withdrawal from Iraq.

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