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On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
We have a window of time here to engage both countries, and it is in our national security interest to provide the assistance.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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Senator Graham stresses urgency in supporting Libya and Tunisia for national security.

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