We ought to have our own request, and not Israel's or any other country's request.
Patrick Leahy: “We ought to have our own request, and not Israel's or any other country's request.”
On the recordFebruary 27, 2012
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Leahy emphasizes the need for U.S. independence in funding requests.
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