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On the recordJune 19, 2012
It is our policy to stop them from getting a nuclear weapon and to put all options on the table, including the option of military action if that is necessary.
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Adam Smith
Democratic · Washington

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Smith emphasizes the U.S. commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

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