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On the recordSeptember 22, 2010
What presumption is about is to say you, soldier, put your life on the line. We are going to give you the benefit of the doubt.
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Jim Webb
Democratic · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Webb emphasizes the need to support veterans with presumed health issues from Agent Orange exposure.

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