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On the recordMarch 24, 2009
I think moving retirement benefits from 30 to 40 years, where you can continue to accrue it, is a good step forward.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Proposing to extend retirement benefits to encourage longer service in the military.

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