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Ted Poe: Talking is fine. You don't make peace with your friends; you make peace with your enemies.

On the recordFebruary 10, 2015
Talking is fine. You don't make peace with your friends; you make peace with your enemies.
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Ted Poe
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Poe emphasizes the importance of dialogue with adversaries, referencing historical negotiations.

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