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I don't have a philosophical objection, necessarily, to a travel ban if that is the thing that is going to keep the American people safe.

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Age: 63
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Born: August 4
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Our combat mission is ending, but our commitment to Iraq's future is not.
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America is a strong and resilient country. And I know we will succeed, if we put aside partisanship and politics and work together as one nation.
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