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Mark Kelly: “I risk my life flying in combat, flying on a spaceship…”

Featuring: Mark Kelly, Democratic | U.S. Senate from Arizona

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Published | Video Starts at 59:03

You know, I took risks in my life, and I knew these were real risks, but also I knew that there was tremendous upside for our country. You know, that's why I do this. You know, I risk my life flying in combat, flying on a spaceship, because I see there is tremendous benefit for all of us. And I'm sorry it didn't, you know, work out. And I'm not going to be there for you. But you're tough kids. (59:03–59:13)

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Asserts that flying in combat and space has significant benefits for the public.

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