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On the recordFebruary 2, 1994
This is just another arbitrary standard. Everyone says, oh, yes, they should not get aid if they have not voted with us. But this standard is neither appropriate nor meaningful. And the consequences of applying this standard are very severe and serious for American foreign policy interests. I urge the Members, I implore the Members, to oppose this amendment.
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Paul S. Sarbanes

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The speaker is urging opposition to an amendment related to foreign aid and voting standards.

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