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On the recordMarch 14, 2011
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.
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

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Cornyn emphasizes the need for clear communication of national security objectives to maintain public support.

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