Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 4, 2023
You do not solve your national debt problems by reducing the power of your military in dangerous times.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham argues against military budget cuts during times of international conflict.

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