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Key Republicans Say Successful Ground-based Midcourse Defense Test Proves It Works As Shield

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Monday, December 15th, 2008

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Test Win Aids Push For Disputed European Missile Defense System, Lawmakers Say Lawmakers Say Test Proves GMD System Can Protect Nation Against Long-Range Missiles; Nation Mustn't Ignore Rising Threats Key Republican members of Congress said the recent successful Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) test shows the system is an effective shield against long-range enemy missiles. They also argue that the successful test strengthens the case for building the European Missile Defense (EMD) system that would shield Europe and the United States…

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