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Adam Smith

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Adam Smith is a U.S. Representative for Washington's 9th congressional district, serving since 1997. A member of the Democratic Party, he has focused on various legislative efforts, particularly in defense and foreign policy. Throughout his tenure, Smith has been involved in key discussions and initiatives related to national security and military funding, reflecting his commitment to these issues. He has also been an advocate for progressive policies within his district and has worked on legislation addressing economic and social challenges faced by his constituents.

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Jul 23, 2013

Obviously, the Asia-Pacific region is of critical importance to the United States and growing importance economically, politically, a number of different countries that we have complex relationships there.

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Jul 16, 2013

dropping more bombs on the population isn't exactly going to help the refugee crisis.

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Jul 16, 2013

None of what has been put on the table here strikes me as helpful.

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Jul 16, 2013

The Security Situation in the Syrian Arab Republic--Implications for U.S. National Security and U.S. Policy Options.

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Jul 16, 2013

I believe the U.S. just needs to be careful not to make it worse and not to leap before we look.

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Jul 16, 2013

We do not have reliable partners in Syria that we can work with.

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Jul 16, 2013

We would rather have the other outcome. We would rather Assad not be there.

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Jul 16, 2013

shuffling more weapons in there also doesn't help stabilize the region.

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Jul 16, 2013

The Assad regime is brutal to its own people, not legitimate.

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Jul 16, 2013

Targeted air strikes are not going to win, okay?

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Jul 16, 2013

It is not going to happen, you know. Assad has the support of Iran.

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Jul 16, 2013

I think civilian protection should be a critical element in any such decision.

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