"The president feels not only do we need to change these rogue regimes, but even our friendly allies, who really basically have, sort of, benign dictatorships, need to get with the program if they want to have long-term security and prosperity from terrorism"
- Mitch McConnell
About this Quote
In this quote, Senator Mitch McConnell is describing the need for change in both hostile and friendly nations. He believes that even countries with "benign dictatorships" require to take steps to guarantee their long-term security and success from terrorism. He is suggesting that these countries require to "get with the program" and make changes to their government and policies in order to safeguard their people from the threat of terrorism. This quote highlights the importance of taking proactive steps to guarantee the safety of residents, regardless of the type of government in location. It likewise stresses the requirement for international cooperation in order to fight terrorism and make sure the security of all nations.
This quote is written / told by Mitch McConnell somewhere between February 20, 1942 and today. He/she was a famous Politician from USA.
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