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“Closing Guantanamo Bay is not a military solution. The closing of that prison, which I support, I supported it when I was in the Senate, requires more than just a military dimension.”

Quote by Chuck Hagel

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Chuck Hagel, former United States Secretary of Defense, was born on October 4, 1946. He has extensive experience in politics and the military, serving as a member of Congress and a Senator. During his tenure as Defense Secretary, Hagel worked to reform U.S. defense policy and played a significant role in international affairs. more

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