Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 11, 2014
From the American people's point of view, I hope you understand that we're trying to build defenses abroad and let armies abroad do the fighting with minimal help from us.
Said by
Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

Editor's note · Context

Graham emphasizes the need for U.S. support for foreign armies to maintain security.

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