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On the recordOctober 11, 1990
A reduction of more than 80,000 would require involuntary separations of personnel who otherwise may be required to support Operation Desert Shield.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Statement of Administration Policy: Department of Defense Appropriations Bill, FY 1991

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