Lindsey Graham: “Secretary of Defense Panetta has said that this would have a…”

On the recordMarch 27, 2012

Secretary of Defense Panetta has said that this would have a catastrophic impact on our military and its ability to protect this country.

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Graham cites concerns about the severe effects of budget cuts on military readiness.

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