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Jim Webb: That disturbs me in terms of precedent.

On the recordMay 23, 2011
That disturbs me in terms of precedent.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Senator Webb raises concerns about the precedent set by the President's unilateral decision to use military force.

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