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“We've been at war for many years in Afghanistan following 9/11. We know that we've got young men and women on the ground now. We've got our blood and treasure at stake there already.”

Quote by Rahm Emanuel

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Rahm Emanuel is an American politician who served as the 55th Mayor of Chicago from 2011 to 2019. He is a member of the Democratic Party and has a background in politics and business. more

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