Lindsey Graham said "Our goal is not just to write checks forever, but actually get the country in question so they can deal with it themselves." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordMay 6, 2013

Our goal is not just to write checks forever, but actually get the country in question so they can deal with it themselves.

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Graham emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency for countries receiving aid.

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