Political Quotes

On the recordApril 24, 2017
We would win ultimately, but it would be extremely costly in the near term.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham acknowledges the potential victory over North Korea but warns of high costs.

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