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Lindsey Graham: I think what Obama did was throw a pebble. I am ready to throw a rock.

On the recordJanuary 4, 2017
I think what Obama did was throw a pebble. I am ready to throw a rock.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham contrasts Obama's actions with his own willingness to take stronger measures.

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