… my first deployment to Iraq, where I've seen and experienced firsthand the heavy, heavy cost of war. It is unfortunately taken too lightly by politicians from both parties in Washington. War must be seen as a last resort. After all, diplomatic means are exhausted and should not be taken lightly. The lives of my brothers and sisters should not be taken lightly in the sacrifices that they and their families make. (13:29–13:32)
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Asserts that war should only be considered after all diplomatic means are exhausted.
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