Political Quotes

On the recordApril 27, 2016
Our goal is to destroy ISIL and to replace Assad.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham emphasizes the U.S. objective to eliminate ISIL and remove Assad from power.

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