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“After everyone has had a chance to bluster, posture, and pontificate, we are left with one basic question: under any foreseeable circumstance, would it be in our national interest to default on our debt? The answer is unequivocally no.”

Quote by John Sununu

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John Sununu is a former United States Senator, born on September 10, 1964. He has a rich experience in politics and has held several important positions. more

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“Don't let that weapon technology proliferate. Don't let Saddam Hussein get capability for nuclear or chemical weapons, because he's already shown a willingness to use any weapon at his disposal.”

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