Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 3, 2015
The reason I want to continue to invest in Afghanistan... is because they are trying to hit us.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham argues for ongoing investment in Afghanistan to combat terrorist threats.

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