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On the recordJanuary 23, 2007
Let me ask you just a last question, about the consequences of our leaving Iraq before the Iraqis are able to sustain, govern, and defend themselves.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

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Discussing potential consequences of U.S. withdrawal from Iraq.

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