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Russ Feingold: I very much agree with Dr. Nagl, that the development of an indigenous Afghan military force is absolutely necessary if…

On the recordSeptember 15, 2009
I very much agree with Dr. Nagl, that the development of an indigenous Afghan military force is absolutely necessary if we're going to get out of this with our interests realized.
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Russ Feingold
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Feingold emphasizes the need for a strong Afghan military to protect U.S. interests.

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