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Ted Cruz: “The only reason Israel exists is because it has beaten them…”

Featuring: Ted Cruz, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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Middle east look like? Totally different than now. You know, and it is extraordinary. Look, Israel is surrounded by nations that would drive it into the sea. And The only reason Israel exists is because it has beaten them over and over and over again in war after war after war, in many instances, against all odds. You know, I'm reminded of, I'm going to. This is kind of a silly analogy, but it's one that resonates with me at least, least when I was a kid there was a book series I read called the Great Brain. (46:59–47:10)

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Asserts that Israel's existence is due to its military victories.

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