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On the recordFebruary 2, 2011
We seek a country that is sovereign, stable and self-reliant, with a government that is just, representative and accountable.
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Joe Manchin
Democratic · West Virginia

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Describing the desired outcome for Iraq post-U.S. involvement.

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