Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 27, 2012
No one wants a conflict with Iran, but no one, I believe, in their right mind wants Iran to have a nuclear weapon.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham expresses concern over Iran's nuclear ambitions.

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