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On the recordFebruary 19, 2012
The idea of trying to arm the opposition forces needs to be considered, very much considered. And at the end of the day, what happens in Syria really can change the course of the Mideast and I do hope we can break them away from Iran.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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Senator Graham advocates for the consideration of arming opposition forces in Syria, highlighting the potential impact on the Middle East.

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