The conflict between Israelis and Palestinians has an enormous impact on how the United States is perceived in the Muslim world.
Patrick Leahy
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Patrick Leahy is a former United States Senator from Vermont, serving from 1975 until 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, he was the longest-serving senator in Vermont's history and held significant leadership roles, including President pro tempore of the Senate. Throughout his tenure, Leahy was known for his work on issues such as civil liberties, health care, and environmental protection. He played a key role in various legislative efforts, including the Violence Against Women Act and initiatives to reform the criminal justice system.
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. A couple of points I didn't mention, where Ted Koppel is speaking to Mr. Natsios...
The conflict between Israelis and Palestinians has enormous impact on how the United States is perceived in the Muslim world.
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The failure to find weapons of mass destruction has damaged our credibility.
Let us know where we are on that, because it is something I have followed very closely.
But then there seems to be among some that it is not brave to come forward and ask for this treatment.
I think it is critical. I have heard great things about its performance. I hope we can get the funds to expand it.
If my son or daughter were among those in this armor, I would want it there yesterday.





