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On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
Mr. Panetta, what is your opinion on the proper role of DOD in ensuring that our military personnel and their families have a meaningful opportunity to vote in Federal elections, regardless of whether they are stateside or overseas?
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John Cornyn
Republican · Texas

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Cornyn questions Panetta about DOD's role in facilitating military voting.

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