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National Security and Foreign Policy

America must have a strong military in order to deter threats and protect our national security in the face of danger when we have exhausted diplomatic efforts or are required to respond to an imminent threat. That is why I support an increased military budget that is equal to at least four percent of gross domestic product. Also, our national security and foreign policy institutions must work to deter or prevent our enemies from threatening us and our allies with weapons of mass destruction. If necessary, America must be able to project power to different parts of the world simultaneously. A strong American military will help strengthen and stabilize our allies and assist emerging democracies across the globe.
November 2012
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11/16/12 Thune Praises House Passage of Bill to Establish Permanent Normal Trade Relations with Russia
September 2012
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9/21/12 U.S. Air Force: Celebrating 65 Years of Service
9/20/12 Thune, Sessions Call on OMB to Provide Missing Sequestration Details
9/14/12 Report Confirms Dramatic, Disproportionate Cuts Threaten National Defense
August 2012
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8/7/12 Thune-Sessions Sequestration Transparency Bill Signed into Law
July 2012
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7/26/12 Senate Passes Thune-Sessions Sequestration Transparency Act
7/25/12 Thune Condemns Draconian Cuts to National Security
7/19/12 Thune on National Security Risk of Sequestration
June 2012
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6/19/12 Sessions, Thune Urge Conrad To Schedule Mark-Up Of Sequestration Transparency Act
6/1/12 South Dakota National Guard Celebrates 150th Anniversary