I think the extent to which someone--and I think that someone may end up being you, General--ought to be able to articulate our objectives in a way that the American people can see the importance to our national security here at home.
John Cornyn: “I think the extent to which someone--and I think that someone may end up being you, General--ought to be able to…”
On the recordMarch 14, 2011
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Cornyn emphasizes the need for clear communication of national security objectives to maintain public support.
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