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On the recordJuly 23, 2012
For the foreseeable future, what Afghanistan has to offer is trouble and difficulty.
Said by
Joe Wilson
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Wilson reiterates Afghanistan's ongoing issues and lack of investment appeal.

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