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On the recordSeptember 27, 2018
George Patton once said, "The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war." Our most urgent responsibility is to ensure enough sweat is being shed to reduce this bleeding.
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Rob Wittman
Republican · Virginia

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Emphasizing the importance of preparation to minimize losses in conflict.

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