On the recordMarch 7, 2012
Strategically, there is a sound basis for establishing an operational Marine presence on Guam, and we will start moving Marines to Guam at the first opportunity.
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congress.govStrategically, there is a sound basis for establishing an operational Marine presence on Guam, and we will start moving Marines to Guam at the first opportunity.
Forbes discusses the importance of a Marine presence in Guam.
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