Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 24, 2009
If you'll serve 22 years, you can maybe retire at 50.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Suggesting a retirement plan that allows earlier retirement for long-serving military personnel.

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