Political Quotes

On the recordApril 14, 2010
You can be at peace with another country, and that country isn't necessarily your friend; you can be friends with a country, and that doesn't necessarily mean that country is your ally.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

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Distinguishing between peace, friendship, and alliance in international relations.

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