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Joe Wilson: “Again I want to congratulate Congresswoman McCarthy for her obvious appreciation of the veterans of World War II, her…”

On the recordMarch 20, 2007
Again I want to congratulate Congresswoman McCarthy for her obvious appreciation of the veterans of World War II, her obvious sincerity for the veterans of World War II. We are so grateful that we have present today veterans who are the greatest generation. With my six visits to Iraq and twice to Afghanistan, I have seen the new greatest generation, and again, I want to congratulate Congresswoman McCarthy for her leadership and urge my colleagues to vote in favor of House Concurrent Resolution 42.
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Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

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Recognizing the contributions of World War II veterans and supporting House Concurrent Resolution 42.

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