On the recordJanuary 15, 2014
His concern about drawdown of personnel or moves based on the calendar rather than based on conditions on the ground is a concern that is widely felt on this committee and in the Senate.
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Kaine expresses concern over military drawdown decisions based on timing rather than conditions in Afghanistan.
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