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On the recordMarch 22, 2010
There are no circumstances--none--in which we should put our people unreasonably at risk, where they cannot take actions in order to protect themselves.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Webb emphasizes the importance of protecting military personnel in operations.

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