John C. Stennis Quotes

United States, Politician
August 3, 1901 – April, 23, 1995.

John Cornelius Stennis (August 3, 1901 – April 23, 1995) was a U.S. Senator from the state of Mississippi. He was a Democrat who served in the Senate for over 41 years, becoming its most senior member for his last eight years. He retired from the Senate in 1989.

The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway, and it is not helpful for any nation to suggest that it would attempt to restrict traffic through the strait.

John C. Stennis
Freedom of navigation through international waterways is critical to the international community and to nations in the region, including Iran.

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- Freedom
- Community

The U.S. has many vulnerable targets around Iran, and its bases are within the range of the Guards' missiles. We have other capabilities as well, particularly when it comes to the support of Muslims for the Islamic republic.

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- Support
- Islamic
I do believe the most important thing I can do now is to help young people understand the past and prepare for the future.

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- People
- Believe
- Important
The cooperation of navies from around the world promises high tactical value for the ships, aircraft, and divers involved; while demonstrating international resolve in defending maritime security against potential threats.

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- World
- High
- Value