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McCollum Supports President's Decision to Appoint General David Petraeus to Lead U.S. Forces in Afghanistan

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By: Betty McCollum

Date: June 24, 2010

Location: Washington, DC

Issues: Military Personnel

Congresswoman Betty McCollum (MN-04) issued the following statement on President Obama's decision to appoint General David Petraeus to lead U.S. forces in Afghanistan.

"I support President Obama's decision. General Petraeus is an extremely capable military leader. I have full confidence in his ability to execute the President's strategy in Afghanistan."

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