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On the recordFebruary 2, 2011
I have real concerns about whether the proposed civilian-led mission will take the lead once our troops are gone and is sufficient to support the Iraqi needs and U.S. interests.
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Joe Manchin
Democratic · West Virginia

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Expresses doubts about the effectiveness of the civilian-led mission post-troop withdrawal.

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