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On the recordAugust 23, 2011
Although much attention is given to aviation security since 9/11, and rightly so, we cannot ignore the very real potential of threats that exist in the maritime sector.
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Mike McCaul
Republican · Texas
Source
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Editor's note · Context

Highlighting the need for maritime security alongside aviation security.

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