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On the recordFebruary 25, 2019
What is the advantage of remaining in an unenforced treaty? Won't the withdrawal demonstrate peace through strength?
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Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Questioning the benefits of staying in a violated treaty with Russia.

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