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This was a mission that was started before I got here. This was something that was, you know, just they wanted to do. They came to see me. They explained what they wanted to do, the generals, who are very respected. My generals are the most respected that we've had in many decades, I believe. And they lost Ryan.

Feb 27, 2017

Donald Trump, Interview on Fox News
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This is the right thing to do for our people and for the force. We’re talking about talented Americans who are serving with distinction or who want the opportunity to serve. We can’t allow barriers unrelated to a person’s qualifications prevent us from recruiting and retaining those who can best accomplish the mission.

Jun 24, 2016

Ashton Carter, Defense News
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As we look at our choices as to who our next Commander-in-chief will be is to recognize the necessity to have a Commander-in-chief who has foresight.

Feb 28, 2016

Tulsi Gabbard, Meet the Press
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I decided to leave the army when my dead and injured comrades lay in our base, and nobody took them to hospital. My army training is very useful now, as I am training Taliban fighters with the same knowledge.

Apr 09, 2016

Army Soldier, CNN
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If you see something like that, just do what you can. I would rather die trying to stop something like that than walk away and let everybody else get killed. I couldn't live with that. I'd rather die.

Sep 14, 2015

Spencer Stone, Fox News
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Seventy years on, I re-emphasize the necessity of world peace.

Aug 06, 2015

Shinzo Abe, The Baltimore Sun
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I get goose bumps thinking about it.

Aug 18, 2015

Ann Dunwoody, NBC
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The most important thing to know as a staffer: please let the secret service know before you shoot off the confetti cannons.

Jan 21, 2015

Mary Cheney, Speaking to students at American University
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Before I go out, I always designate a droner. Friends don’t let friends drone drunk.

Jan 27, 2015

Jon Stewart, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart
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Albums – like books and black lives - they still matter.

Feb 08, 2015

Prince, 57th Annual Grammy Awards
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